Fastbreak: TNT ousts Petron; San Mig stays alive
File photo by PBA Images/Nuki Sabio.
2013 PBA Commissioner's Cup Quarterfinals
Talk N Text Tropang Texters (96) - (88) Petron Blaze Boosters
The Best: The Gilas boys came to play tonight. Ranidel De Ocampo, Jayson Castro, Ryan Reyes, and Jimmy Alapag -- all members of the Gilas PIlipinas National Pool -- combined for 59 points to lead the Texters into the semifinal round!
The Worst: Alex Cabagnot and Jay Wasington, historically two of Petron's top guns, were silent again tonight. Both paired up for 6 points in 41 minutes of action. Perhaps even more intriguing, however, was Washington commenting post-game that he doesn't know what the future holds. #TradeTalks?
Ain't No Air Jordan: Jerome Jordan, after getting criticized by coach Norman Black, continued to be mediocre. In total, the Jamaican made just 11 points and 5 rebounds. He was limited to only 23 minutes due to foul trouble.
San Mig Coffee Mixers (100) - (92) Meralco Bolts
The Best: This time, it was Denzel Bowles who shone brightest. He scored 35 points, grabbed 14 rebounds, blocked 3 shots, and stole the ball twice. Looks like he has no plans of relinquishing the Best Import plum that easily.
The Worst: This time around, the three-point shooting of Ronjay Buenafe and Sunday Salvacion wasn't exactly on-target. Both combined for 3-of-11 shooting from beyond the arc, including Buenafe missing ALL his field goal attempts. Live by the three, die by the three.
Faith Rewarded: Tim Cone's much maligned faith in the inconsistent Alex Mallari was rewarded tonight. The rookie playmaker dropped 16 points, grabbed 7 rebounds and had 2 steals in what might be his best showing in the conference. - Rappler.com
