NLEX secured a spot in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup semifinals after dismantling Phoenix, 137-89, in Game 3 of their quarterfinal series at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
The Road Warriors dominated from the opening quarter, erupting for 43 points in the first period to build a commanding 22-point lead before cruising to a 48-point victory and completing a 3-0 sweep of the best-of-five series.
Robert Bolick led the charge with 23 points, four rebounds, and five assists, while imports Deonte Burton and Schonny Winston chipped in 19 points apiece.
The victory marked NLEX’s third semifinal appearance in franchise history since joining the PBA in 2014, and its first since the 2021 Governors’ Cup.
It was also a successful first campaign for newly appointed head coach Jimmy Alapag, who praised his players’ work ethic and expressed pride in leading the team to the semifinals.
NLEX now advances to the best-of-seven semifinals, hoping to carry its momentum into the next round.
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