Ginebra wins vs Converge, sets up semifinals clash with San Miguel
Barangay Ginebra secured a spot in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals with an 88-80 victory over Converge on Friday, June 20.
Japeth Aguilar led Barangay Ginebra with 19 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 blocks, while RJ Abarrientos added a game-high 21 points off the bench.
Head coach Tim Cone emphasized that defeating San Miguel is crucial for their title aspirations as they face them in a best-of-seven series starting Wednesday.
San Miguel Beermen await Barangay Ginebra in another crucial semifinals matchup, marking the second time this season that the two sister teams under the San Miguel Corporation banner will meet.
Coach Cone noted that facing San Miguel is inevitable for any team aiming to win an All-Filipino championship, making it a necessary challenge for Barangay Ginebra’s title run.
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