Phoenix guard Rich Libero (with the ball) breaks through the heart of Terrafirma’s defense. —August Delacruz
Phoenix acquired Donovan Smith not only as a PBA Commissioner’s Cup addition, but also as an extension of its brain trust, head coach Jay-Mike Jarrin said.
And he truly played that role as the Fuel Masters, who had lost five of the first six games of the tournament, defeated Terra Firma 122-108 on Tuesday night at PhilSports Arena in Pasig City. I looked at it.
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“I just held my players accountable on both sides of the floor, held them accountable and held myself accountable. I think that’s the biggest reason we won today, because we played together for 48 minutes.” said the American big man immediately after the contest. Gasoline Club’s ranking improved to 2 wins and 5 losses (wins/losses).
“Whether we wish we had won five in a row or lost, we go to work every day with the same attitude.” [it all]” he continued.
Smith had 37 points, seven rebounds, and five blocks, and his all-around performance inspired teammates Jason Perkins, Ricci Rivero, Tyler Tio, and Kai Barungei, all of whom scored in double digits. did.
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Phoenix came out strong in the second period, defeating the undefeated Dieps 31-13 in that frame. After that, the Fuel Masters tried to put their laughable start in conference behind them and hung on to the win in hopes of paving the way for more wins.
“We cannot afford to collapse,” Djarin said. That team will include Rain or Shine, regular bridesmaids Magnolia, NLEX, Blackwater, and TNT who will be off the schedule.
“We just have to stay together and stay positive because you saw the games against Meralco, Converge and Ginebra. [Hong Kong] East side—we were in the lead. As we always say, it was simply a matter of closure. ”
Romeo is still away
Terra Firma got items from Brandon Edwards, who had 25 points and 10 rebounds. Louis Sangalan paced the local side with 22 points, while fellow youngsters Brent Paraiso, Mark Nonoy and Kemark Cariño all scored at least 11 points each in an eight-game losing streak.
And with Terrence Romeo still not back in the harness, it doesn’t seem like Dipp’s future will change for the better. The former league leading scorer wore street clothes during the game.
Terra Firma has four games remaining, two of which will be against powerhouses Magnolia and TNT. Diep has yet to visit and play in Hong Kong. INQ
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