Rain or Shine extended their winning streak to five games with a convincing 122-106 victory over Blackwater in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup.
Rain or Shine defeated Blackwater 122-106 in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup on Wednesday at Phil Sports Arena. The Elasto Painters, who last played on December 22, showcased their depth with multiple players contributing to the victory, extending their winning streak to five games for a 5-1 record. Blackwater suffered their third consecutive loss, falling to 1-6.
Rain or Shine head coach Yeng Guiao expressed concern about his team's sharpness coming off a three-week break, but they started strong with import Deon Thompson, Santi Santillan, and Anton Asistio leading the charge. Asistio hit three triples in the first half, ending with a 56-47 lead. In the second half, Adrian Nocum came alive, powering a 9-0 run that gave Rain or Shine an 87-70 advantage. Blackwater attempted a comeback led by Clifford Jopia, but Rain or Shine's depth proved too much, with Nocum and Asistio sealing the win
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