PBA: Meralco holds off Magnolia in OT to punch semis ticket

ANTIPOLO—Meralco secured a ticket to the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals after eliminating Magnolia with a 105-102 overtime win at Ynares Sports Center here on Saturday. The Bolts needed an extra quarter, but Chris Newsome, who finished with 18 points and five assists, reminded them just who they are in the dying moments of the game. “For us, it was about showing heart, going out and playing every possession like it was our last,” he said. “You have to be able to execute well in playoffs basketball. I’m glad our guys stuck to it today.” When the score was tied at […]… Keep on reading: PBA: Meralco holds off Magnolia in OT to punch semis ticket