Unhappy fans grumble over 'uncalled 5-second violation' on Abueva

PAUL LEE tied the Magnolia-Ginebra semifinals series in dramatic fashion, swishing in a last-second bucket to deliver the win for the Hotshots, 96-95.

Praise for a playoff-worthy Paul Lee flooded Twitter as fans saluted his finesse in the clutch. They also saluted his 24-point performance, which kept Magnolia afloat as they faced off against the Gin Kings in the best-of-five series.

But in other corners of the internet, grousing could be heard over that last play. Wondered some netizens: Should a 5-second violation have been called against Calvin Abueva?

Here's the final play. Try counting.

The Twitter debate raged instantly.

No whistle on Calvin Abueva?

‘Na-Paul Lee’ ang Ginebra!