LA Salle scored another win over a PBA team, this time, at the expense of Phoenix, 104-102, on Saturday in the 39th Kadayawan Invitational Basketball Tournament at the University of Southeastern Philippines Gym in Davao City.
CJ Austria led the Green Archers in the comeback, draining two crucial free throws with 4.7 seconds left to capture their second win in three games at the close of the elimination round.
RJ Jazul missed a wide open three on the final possession, as La Salle survived to stay in contention for a finals berth while dealing Phoenix its third straight loss.
Kevin Quiambao had 19 points including a highlight play, a follow-up slam off an Austria miss to cap off a 14-0 pullaway to build a 98-86 lead.
Michael Phillips had 16 points and 14 rebounds, while Austria added 13 points and shot 10-of-14 from the free throw line for the Green Archers.
Down 102-95, Jason Perkins hit back-to-back shots with Jay McKinnis tying the game on a slam with 28.3 seconds left in regulation.
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