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PBA: TNT fends off Meralco comeback for solo Group A lead
The TNT Tropang GIGA secured a solo lead in Group A of the PBA Governors' Cup, defeating the Meralco Bolts 108-99 for their sixth win.
Calvin Oftana led the Tropang GIGA with 25 points, while import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson contributed 22 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists.
Jayson Castro added 12 points, four rebounds, and two steals, and Kelly Williams, in his season debut, scored nine points and six rebounds.
Kim Aurin also contributed 16 points, four rebounds, and four assists for TNT.
The win moved TNT closer to officially clinching a quarterfinals spot.
Meralco's loss ended their four-game winning streak, dropping them to second place in Group A with a 5-2 record.
Despite playing through sickness, Meralco's import Allen Durham posted 26 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists.
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