JB BAHIO hit the game-winner to lead NLEX to a 78-77 win over Magnolia in a tune-up game on Tuesday at the Gameville Ball Park in Mandaluyong City.
Brandon Ramirez had a game-high 14 points, while Robert Bolick had 10 points for the Road Warriors, who won their first tune-up game in preparation for the 50th season after three games following a complete line-up.
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Mark Barroca missed a shot in the final possession of the Hotshots, who played catch-up in the ballgame only to come back and even take the lead before Bahio’s basket.
Bahio finished with nine points but none bigger than his game-winning shot. Also contributing to NLEX’s victory were Xyrus Torres and Jonnel Policarpio, who each provided eight points in the Road Warriors win.
NLEX was in control for most of the game, even building a 48-36 lead at halftime.
Zavier Lucero had 12 points, while Javi Gomez de Liaño and Ian Sangalang added 11 points apiece for Magnolia.
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