Kings edge TNT 71-70 in defensive Finals game

In a defensive battle during Game 2 of the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup Finals, Justin Brownlee led the Kings to a narrow 71-70 victory over TNT, tying the series at 1-1.

Brownlee scored 35 points and grabbed 11 rebounds while effectively defending Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, who made critical errors in the final moments of the game.

Ginebra's defense was particularly strong in the second quarter, limiting TNT to just five points - the lowest scoring quarter by a Finals team in history.

Coach Tim Cone emphasized that success in this series will depend on maintaining a defensive focus and playing an 'ugly' game.

With Game 3 set for Wednesday, March 19, at the PhilSports Arena, both teams are gearing up to vie for control as TNT aims to redeem itself after Brownlee's key plays sealed Ginebra's victory.