Alaska Aces is on a roll and win three in a row against Kia Picanto, 102-94.
The first three quarters were owned by the Picantos and seems they’re on the way on breaking its seven game losing streak.
However, the Aces were resilient and keep on fighting especially in the fourth period where they took over and regained the lead.
Kia forced Alaska to commit 25 turnovers and they have converted it to 20 points. Geron Johnson flirts a triple-double with his 39 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists.
Going to the last two minutes of action, the Aces were leading 94-91.
In the next play, Johnson responded with his long bomb and puts the game 94-94. Then the Aces import LaDontae Henton responded his own version of three-pointer as he also drilled his long shot, 97-94.
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Kia still within Alaska’s reach but LA Revilla committed an unforced turnover. Geron Johnson wasn’t expecting a pass from their point guard and the ball went out of bounce.
Geron Johnson Stop And Pop From Three-Point Land
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Alaska took advantage of the oppurtunity as the next position is pointed to their end. JV Casio thew the dagger shot as his jumper went in and gave his team a more breathing room, 99-94.
After that Kia wasn’t able to respond as time expires.
Calvin Abueva led all local with his 26 points while JV Casio and LaDontae Henton added 20 points apiece.
Calvin Abueva Fouled By Ballesteros
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