MANILA, Philippines, July 1 ------ Blackwater claimed its third-straight victory on Thursday night, taking down Meralco in thrilling fashion, 90-89, in the 2022 PBA Philippine Cup at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao. Baser Amer stuck it to his old team, hitting the game-winning jumper to will the Bossing past a seasoned club that’s blossoming into a formidable all-Filipino crew. “I told Baser that this is a game he’s going to win for us. You can ask him,” said coach Ariel Vanguardia. “It really took a Meralco player to beat them.”
Ato Ular sustained his fine form, delivering another double-double of 19 points and 15 rebounds. JVee Casio scored just as much in a vintage performance that helped the club to a 4-1 record in the race. Rey Suerte added 15 while Rashawn McCarthy 12 more for Blackwater which now braces for a densely-packed schedule. Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser, the top pick of the draft, finished with eight points under managed minutes in his first back since a finger injury.
The Bossing play Phoenix, San Miguel Beer, Rain or Shine, and then NLEX every other day starting July 8.
Source: sports.inquirer.net