The Arellano Braves saved themselves from doom after they endured a 17 point deficit to force a winner take all rubber match on Tuesday after they beat the San Beda Red Cubs 89-84.
The Red Cubs were so eager to get back into the finals, showing their might early in the game as they take a 25-18 lead over the Braves, going to the second period, San Beda continues to dominate Arellano as they extend their lead up 49-37 to end the first half.
But going to the second half of the game, the Red Cubs looked like they drained their enthusiasm in the first half as they struggled to put up baskets, paving the way for the Braves to take over the game.
Arellano was able to trim the deficit of San Beda down to 4. to end the third at 60-64, entering the final period the Braves continues to punish the now lackluster Red Cubs, outscoring them 29-20 to take the victory and finally ended their five game losing streak.
Five Braves scored in double digit, wherein two scored in double-double. Aaron Fermin had 15 points and 13 rebounds, Carlo Abadeza had 14 points and 11 rebounds. Meanwhile, Lars Sunga, Guilmer Dela Torre, and Jayson Danas had 16, 15, and 10 points respectively.
On the side of the Red Cubs, Sam Abuhijleh's 15 points and 25 rebounds went to waste as they failed to barged in easily to the finals, Prince Etrata and Robi Nayve added 15 points each as well.
The rubber match will be on Tuesday.
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In the second game, the Malayan Red Robins trounced LSGH Greenies 88-81 to get the first ticket to the finals. It was a tight match between the two squads, taking turns in getting the lead.
The Greenies were able to take the opening quarter with a slim 23-21 lead, though the Red Robiins were able to snatch the lead back tot heir side after outscoring the LSGH 17-14 to end the first half with a slight 38-37 advantage.
In the third period both squads exchanges basket, finishing the third period tied at 63. Entering the final period, the Red Robins started to pull away, taking an early 70-63 lead. The Red Robins were able to maintain their lead to seal their finals ticket.
Will Gozum led the scoring for the Red Robins with 16 points, Romuel Junsay and Juaquin Garcia added 12 points, Brian Lacap and Michael Enriquez had 11 pointds each, while Bryan Samudio had 10 points and 17 rebounds.
Troy Mallillin had a double-double to end his season, having 16 points and 22 rebounds. Unique Naboa and Haribon Espinosa added 17 and 16 points, Joel Cagulangan wrapped it off with 10 points.
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