Oftana strong 2nd half offensive powers TNT past NLEX

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MANILA, Philippines: Calvin Oftana delivered big-time in the second half to help TNT complete a comeback-from-behind 104-101 escape act against NLEX in their PBA Season 48 Philippine Cup on Saturday at the Candon City Arena in Ilocos Sur.

The sweet-shooting Oftana poured 27 of his game-high 37 points in the last quarter to help the Tropang Giga overhaul a 12-point lead and complete their comeback win. TNT registered its first back-to-back wins for the conference to pull even with Barangay Ginebra at 4-3 for a share of fourth to fifth spots in the standings.

Calvin Oftana PBA PHOTORoger Pogoy chipped in 21 points, including the all-important three-pointer late in the game to preserve the TNT win.Jayson Castro added 16 markers, six rebounds and five assists, while Glen Khobuntin had 11 for the Tropang Giga, who held a massive 47-28 advantage in bench points.NLEX saw its four-game winning streak snapped as the team dropped to 5-2.Rob Herndon led the Road Warriors with 25, while Robert Bolick added 23, five boards and seven assists in a losing effort.

Strong 2Nd Half Offensive Powers TNT Past NLEX

 

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