BLACKWATER snapped a six-game losing skid by defeating Terrafirma, 97-82, on Sunday in the PBA 49th Season Philippine Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
The Bossing improved to 2-8 (win-loss) while sending the Dyip to their 10th loss in what could be the final game of the team in the league before its sale.
Richard Escoto had a career-high 21 points, all in the first half, while Christian David added 19 points and 12 rebounds for the Bossing, who led by as many as 18 points, 45-27.
The Dyip had numerous comeback attempts but the Bossing were able to weather the storm with David, Sedrick Barefield, and BJ Andrade combining for 23 of the team’s 26 points in the fourth canto.
“One thing about Terrafirma is they never stop fighting. Much respect to their team. But CD (David) was hitting big shots. When they were coming close and we needed a basket, CD was there to save us tonight,” said Blackwater coach Jeff Cariaso.
“We are both on the same boat in regards to the standings and we are trying to get over that big hump that was in front of us. You have to respect them for not giving up and always fighting,” Cariaso added.
Louie Sangalang had 24 points for the Dyip, whose future in the PBA remains uncertain after reports that the sale of the franchise to Starhorse Shipping fell through.
The scores:
Blackwater 97 – Escoto 21, David 19, Barefield 12, Ilagan 12, Andrade 10, Guinto 8, Mallilin 6, Tratter 4, Mitchell 3, Chua 2, Casio 0, Ayonayon 0, Jopia 0.
Terrafirma 82 – Sangalang 24, Paraiso 12, Pringle 12, Romeo 10, Nonoy 9, Ramos 7, Catapusan 4, Hanapi 4, Melecio 0, Olivario 0, Zaldivar 0, Hernandez 0, Ferrer 0.
Quarters: 23-21; 52-45; 71-61; 97-82.
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