San Miguel Beermen one win from finals after beating Ginebra
The San Miguel Beermen are one win away from advancing to the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup Finals after securing a crucial 103-92 victory over Barangay Ginebra in Game 5 on Friday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Jericho Cruz was instrumental, scoring 27 points and making four steals while CJ Perez led with 31 points, propelling San Miguel to their series lead.
San Miguel recovered from a poor first quarter performance, trailing by eight but taking control in the second half to secure a decisive win despite a close finish.
Head coach Leo Austria praised his team's resilience and high energy, noting it was crucial for their victory over Barangay Ginebra.
The Beermen now hold a pivotal 3-2 lead heading into Game 6 on Sunday at 5 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, with Cruz's contributions being key to their success.
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