Photo: PBA Images
By James Ajero
TNT surged to a 64-54 advantage over NLEX in their PBA 50 Commissioner's Cup quarterfinals clash this Saturday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
Despite trailing the game 26-22 in the opening quarter, Tropang 5G seized the initiative through a 16-3 spread to claim a 39-30 advantage.
Tropang 5G maintained control through balanced output from the locals, with RR Pogoy and Calvin Oftana already producing 12 and 11 markers, respectively. Bol Bol, in his usual style of play, scored 19 points in the effort.
NLEX, on the other hand, leaned on Cady Lalanne, who hauled 27 points in the first two quarters. Followed by Schonny Winston, with 12 markers.