KJ McDaniels posted monster numbers because the Meralco Bolts weathered NorthPort Batang Pier’s late rally, 107-102, on Thursday within the 2023 PBA Governors’ Cup on the Philsports Arena in Pasig.
McDaniels tallied 32 factors and 22 rebounds within the Bolts’ second win within the convention.
Meralco was main by 12, 70-58, with 3:03 left within the third quarter earlier than the Batang Pier patiently lower its deficit and reclaimed the lead, 97-96, on the 2:51 mark of the ultimate body.
The Bolts made a four-point spurt to get a 100-97 lead with 1:42 left, earlier than NorthPort import Marcus Weathers made a basket to trim their deficit to only a single level.
Chris Newsome scored 5 extra factors for the Bolts to offer them a six-point lead, 105-99. Free throws from Allein Maliksi sealed the deal for the Bolts.
Aside from McDaniels’ 32 factors, Newsome tallied 16 whereas Cliff Hodge and Bong Quinto made 15 factors every. Maliksi scored 14 within the Meralco win.
Meanwhile, Weathers listed 29 factors and 14 rebounds, whereas Roi Sumang scored 23 and had six assists. Arvin Tolentino made 17 factors whereas Jeff Chan added 10 factors.
Meralco will attempt to notch one other win on Saturday towards Terrafirma Dyip, whereas NorthPort will try and get their first win after they play NLEX on the identical day.
The Scores:
Meralco 107 – McDaniels 32, Newsome 16, Quinto 15, Hodge 15, Maliksi 14, Almazan 8, Jose 4, Black 3, Banchero 0, Johnson 0, Pasaol 0, Rios 0, Pascual 0.
NorthPort 102 – Weathers 29, Sumang 23, Tolentino 17, Chan 10, Munzon 6, Calma 5, Taha 4, Zamar 3, Balagasay 3, Ayaay 2, Salado 0, Caperal 0, Dela Cruz 0.
Quarters: 26-22, 49-43, 77-67, 107-102.
—MGP, GMA Integrated News
Source: www.gmanetwork.com
