TNT narrowly avoids a major collapse to defeat Meralco in a thrilling PBA Commissioner's Cup matchup.
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson clinched the victory for TNT against Meralco in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Tuesday at the Phil Sports Arena. TNT emerged victorious with a score of 101-99, narrowly avoiding a significant collapse after holding a 23-point lead. Hollis-Jefferson secured the win by sinking two free throws with 10 seconds remaining, following a foul by Akil Mitchell .
This victory propelled TNT to their third win in five games, while Meralco suffered their fourth loss in seven games. In the first half, Calvin Oftana led TNT with a 17-point performance, contributing to their 52-35 halftime lead. However, Meralco made a strong comeback in the third quarter, led by Mitchell and Brandon Bates, closing the gap to four points. Despite this, TNT maintained a comfortable 79-68 advantage heading into the final quarter. Meralco continued their fightback in the fourth quarter, with Chris Newsome and Bong Quinto bringing them within striking distance. The game remained tightly contested until the final moments, with a 99-all tie. Mitchell missed a crucial shot, and then committed a foul that sent Hollis-Jefferson to the free throw line, ultimately securing the win for TNT. Hollis-Jefferson finished with 24 points, 13 rebounds, five assists, two steals, and two blocks. Oftana also contributed 24 points, four rebounds, and two assists. For Meralco, Mitchell led with a double-double of 24 points and 18 rebounds, along with seven assists and three steals
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