The NorthPort Batang Pier still undefeated after three outings as they disposed the Talk ‘N Text KaTropa, 110-86.
“Stan-the-Man” is back and it was an instant defensive problem for the opposing squad.
Stanley Pringle made his 2019 PBA Commissioner’s Cup debut and in his return he dropped 22 points. He was also named as the Bida Player of the Game.
NorthPort’s third overall pick Robert Bolick added 21 points along with his five rebounds.
For the first time in his stint in the PBA, Talk ‘N Text import Terrence Jones was held below 40 points who was averaging 42 points per game.
In today’s game he was limited to 17 points but still got a double-digit in rebounding with 14 rebounds.
Coach Pido Jarencio and his team were successful on building a wall each time Jones touched the ball. Troy Rosario paced the TNT squad with his 22 markers outing.
NorthPort vs TNT Box Score
Batang Pier (110) – Pringle 22, Bolick 21, Ibeh 18, Anthony 13, Lanete 12, Tautuaa 11, Elorde 9, Grey 2, Gabayni 2
KaTropa (86) – Rosario 22, Pogoy 19, Jones 17, Castro 10, Heruela 5, Taha 4, Trollano 4, Semerad 3, Reyes 2