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Despite the loss, Joel Embiid posted photos of him dunking over Russell Westbrook

January 29, 2018

Despite the 122-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Sixers Center Joel Embiid posted a photo of him dunking over OKC’s Russell Westbrook. The photos has a caption “Tough loss #TheProcess” and the location indicated as “Crime Scene Investigation”.

If you watched the game or even the highlight reel, you can see Embiid stare down Westbrook while he run down for defense. The photo could add color to the already colorful 2018 NBA All Star this February, where Embiid is with Team Stephen, while Westbrook is with Team Lebron.

Just incase you cannot find that Embiid dunk that sent Westbrook to the graveyard, here’s a 3 min video of every dunk of the game. The Embiid dunk is at the 35 seconds mark.

Official roster of Team Lebron and Team Stephen for NBA All-Star 2018

January 26, 2018

It’s official, these are the roster of Team Lebron and Team Stephen for NBA All-Star this February 18, 2018 at the Staples Center in LA.

Team LeBron: LaMarcus Aldridge, Bradley Beal, DeMarcus Cousins, Anthony Davis, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Kevin Love, Victor Oladipo, Kristaps Porzingis, John Wall, Russell Westbrook

Team Stephen: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jimmy Butler, DeMar DeRozan, Joel Embiid, Draymond Green, James Harden, Al Horford, Damian Lillard, Kyle Lowry, Klay Thompson, Karl-Anthony Towns

Lebron previously revealed his lineup on twitter.

NBA change the mechanic of the All Star team this year, where the Team Captain get to choose/draft the players of their team. Team LeBron will be coached by the head coach from the Eastern Conference team with the best record and Team Stephen will be coached by the head coach from the Western Conference team. Both Boston’s Brad Stevens and Golden State’s Steve Kerr are ineligible because they coached in last year’s All-Star game.

Lebron James congratulates his younger self for reaching the 30,000 career points milestone

January 25, 2018

Lebron James becomes seventh player in NBA to reach 30,000 career points, however hours before the Cavs – Spurs game, Lebron James congratulates his younger self on Instagram for reaching the milestone.

Wanna be one of the first to Congratulate you on this accomplishment/achievement tonight that you’ll reach! Only a handful has reach/seen it too and while I know it’s never been a goal of yours from the beginning try(please try) to take a moment for yourself on how you’ve done it! The House you’re about to be apart of has only 6 seats in it(as of now) but 1 more will be added and you should be very proud and honored to be invited inside. There’s so many people to thank who has help this even become possible(so thank them all) and when u finally get your moment(alone) to yourself smile, look up to the higher skies and say THANK YOU! So with that said, Congrats again Young King 🤴🏾! 1 Love! #striveforgreatness🚀 #thekidfromakron👑

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In a post game interview, James said that the post was to “psych” himself out. I guess, without the post game interview explanation,its a little weird for someone with Lebron’s status to congratulate himself. 🙂

Lebron James will join Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (38,387 points), Karl Malone (36,928), Kobe Bryant (33,643), Michael Jordan (32,292), Wilt Chamberlain (31,419) and Dirk Nowitzki (30,808). James is the youngest to reach the mark.

Images of Mt. Mayon’s eruption

January 24, 2018

Earlier this week, Mt. Mayon erupted and the danger zone around the volcano has been extended to eight kilometers. Despite the warning, journalist, tourists and residents can’t help but take photos of one of the most picturesque volcano in the world.

Pore pictures when access hastag #MayonVolcano.

If you’re from Pampanga or anywhere in Central Luzon, these pictures are reminiscent of the Mt. Pinatubo eruption in June of 1991.

Sony releases first trailer of God of War for PS4

January 23, 2018

Sony releases the first trailer of the God of War for PS4, now for preorder and will be available on April 20, 2018.

Living as a man outside the shadow of the gods, Kratos must adapt to unfamiliar lands, unexpected threats, and a second chance at being a father. Together with his son Atreus, the pair will venture into the brutal Norse wilds and fight to fulfill a deeply personal quest.

Video: PNR Passenger forcefully opens the train door for some fresh air

January 16, 2018

It doesn’t that if you can open it, you should do it. That’s what one of the passenger of Philippine National Railways (PNR) did while riding the train.

From the video (embedded above), a passenger of what appears to be a PNR train intentionally jammed his right arm between the two doors while the train is moving and the door is closing. He then later, with all his might, forcefully opens the door wide enough for a person to literally jump out and, from the vantage point of the person taking the video, see the trees and houses outside the train. Once the doors are open he appears to be enjoying the wind that’s hitting his face.

As always, the video is now viral with more than 12.5k shares, more than 2 million combined views.

Cranberries lead singer Dolores O’Riordan passed away at 46

January 16, 2018

Sad news today!

Cranberries’ lead singer Dolores O’Riordan died suddenly in London. The news of her passing was posted on the band’s official Facebook page and requesting privacy for her family.

Cranberries and Dolores O’Riordan hits includes 90’s hit songs “Linger”, “Zombie”, “Ode to My Family”, “Free to Decide”, and many more.

Cranberries recently released a new acoustic album titled Something Else last 28 April 2017.

Rappler release official statement regarding SEC’s revocation of their license

January 16, 2018

via @rapplerdotcom;

Dear Readers and Viewers,

We thought this day would never come, even as we were warned in the first of week of December last year that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) would be handing down a ruling against us.

We have acted in good faith and adhered to the best standards in a fast-evolving business environment, we were confident that the country’s key business regulator would put public interest above other interests that were at play in this case.

The SEC’s kill order revoking Rappler’s license to operate is the first of its kind in history – both for the Commission and for Philippine media.

What this means for you, and for us, is that the Commission is ordering us to close shop, to cease telling you stories, to stop speaking truth to power, and to let go of everything that we have built – and created – with you since 2012. All because they focused on one clause in one of our contracts which we submitted to – and was accepted by – the SEC in 2015.

Now the Commission is accusing us of violating the Constitution, a serious charge considering how, as a company imbued with public interest, we have consistently been transparent and above-board in our practices. Every year since we incorporated in 2012, we have dutifully complied with all SEC regulations and submitted all requirements even at the risk of exposing our corporate data to irresponsible hands with an agenda. Transparency, we believe, is the best proof of good faith and good conduct.

All these seem not to matter as far as the SEC is concerned. In a record investigation time of 5 months and after President Duterte himself blasted Rappler in his second SONA in July 2017, the SEC released thisruling against us. This is pure and simple harassment, the seeming coup de grace to the relentless and malicious attacks against us since 2016.

We intend to not only contest this through all legal processes available to us, but also to fight for our freedom to do journalism and for your right to be heard through an independent platform like Rappler.

We’ve been through a lot together, through good and bad – sharing stories, building communities, inspiring hope, uncovering wrongdoing, battling trolls, exposing the fake. We will continue bringing you the news, holding the powerful to account for their actions and decisions, calling attention to government lapses that further disempower the disadvantaged.

We will hold the line.

The support you’ve shown us all this time, and our commitment to tell you stories without fear, give us hope.

You inspire courage.

You have taught us that when you stand and fight for what is right, there is no dead-end, only obstacles that can only make us stronger.

We ask you to stand with us again at this difficult time. #SupportRappler

SEC suspends Rappler’s license to operate

January 16, 2018

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cancelled the registration of online news organization Rappler for allegedly violating the Foreign Equity Restriction of the Philippine Constitution.

According to Foreign Equity Restriction of the Philippine Constitution, “(t)he ownership and management of mass media shall be limited to citizens of the Philippines, or to corporations, cooperatives or associations, wholly-owned and managed by such citizens.”

SEC cites the funding that it received from Omidyar Network and from Marcus Brauchli’s North Base Media.

You can read SEC’s full decision here.

Since the cancellation of Rappler Incorporated’s license is not yet ‘final and executory’ online news organization will continue to operate.

Blackwater Elite hands Ginebra’s first Lost (94 – 77)

January 14, 2018

A shocking loss by the Gin Kings, on paper, it appears that the Barangay Ginebra will easily take this game but with choking interior defense, the Blackwater bigs where able to contain Ginebra’s bigmen.

Blackwater’s lead went as high as 15 point and in the third quarter, the Gin Kings were able to cut it to a single possession game but failed to sustain the energy.

Biggest contributor for the Blackwater Elite are; Erram 22, Belo 22 and Maliksi 17 but got a lot of help from their supporting cast.

As for the Ginebra GinKings, we have the usual contributor; Slaughter 20, Tenorio 16, Aguilar 14 and Thompson 12, the Gin Kings didn’t get much help from their bench.

Poy Erram was named Player of the game.

Here’s a highlight that’s killed the hope for a Ginebra comeback.

Ginebra’s next assignment will be against the Alaska Aces on the 21st of January at the Ynares Center, Antipolo, while the Blackwater Elite will face TNT Katropa on Wednesday, January 17 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Scores:
Blackwater Elite 94 – Erram 22, Belo 22, Maliksi 17, Jose 8, DiGregorio 8, Sena 7, Cortez 4, Palma 4, Marcelo 2, Pinto 0, Cruz 0, Sumang 0

Brgy. Ginebra 77 – Slaughter 20, Tenorio 16, Aguilar 14, Thompson 12, Cruz 4, Taha 4, Caguioa 3, Ferrer 2, Mariano 2, Wilson 0, R. Aguilar 0

Per quarterscores: 19-19, 41-33, 64-61, 94-77

Second game between Philippines and Japan for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 Asian will be in MOA Arena

January 11, 2018
Second game between Philippines and Japan for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 Asian will be in MOA Arena

FIBA just confirmed it, the second game between Philippines and Japan for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 Asian Qualifiers will happen on the 23rd of February at the Mall Of Asia (MOA) Arena.

Gilas Pilipinas won the first game against the pesky Japan, wherein Jayson Castro was the best player with 20 points on 7-of-13 shooting, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 1 steal in just 29 minutes.

Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) plan to use the Philippine Arena, as the third venue for the Asian Qualifiers, where the Gilas Boys will face Australians who currently holds a 2-0 win-loss record.

Here’s the Main and Thanks Giving Procession Route of Black Nazarene according to MMDA

January 8, 2018

Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) posted the traffic route of the Grand and Thanks Giving Procession of the Black Nazarene today, January 9, 2018.

The Grand Procession will start at the Quirino Grandstand, Rizal Park and will end in Quiapo Church, Plaza Miranda.

The Thanks Giving Procession on the other hand will start at the in Quiapo Church, passing Quezon Blvd. – Gonzalo Puyat st. – Evangelista – C.M. Recto – Ser. Loyola – Bilibid Viejo – Guzman – Hidalgo – Barbosa – Globo de Oro – Palangca – Villalobos going thur Plaza Miranda then back to Quiapo Church.

MMDA also included information regarding alternate route that motorist can take and other related activities.

Public Advisory: Globe and Smart to suspend services during the Black Nazarene Procession

January 8, 2018

Both Smart and Globe Telecom will temporary suspend their mobile services tomorrow January 9, 2018, starting 5:00 AM, for Quiapo, Manila, Quezon City, Mandaluyong and Makati. This is in compliance with the National Telecommunications Commission’s order regarding the Black Nazarene Procession.

Neighboring cities will also be affected.

Here’s the official announcement from the respective social media account of Smart and Globe.

@LiveSmart

@talk2GLOBE

US Pres. Donald Trump to North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un: “My Nuclear Button is Bigger and More Powerful”

January 3, 2018

US President Donald Trump publishes a threatening tweets to North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un regarding the United States’ nuclear weapons.

The tweet is in response to Kim Jong Un New Year’s statement saying that he wish “for peaceful resolution with our southern border.”

Then issuing a warning to the United States regarding their nuclear ambitions, “The entire mainland of the US is within the range of our nuclear weapons and the nuclear button is always on the desk of my office. They should accurately be aware that this is not a threat but a reality.”

You can watch the entirety North Korea Leader Kim Jong Un New Year’s Statement below.

It’s a welcoming development between North and South Korea but a concerning one with the United States and North Korea.

These will be the new price of fuel in Saudi Arabia

January 1, 2018

It’s the first day of 2018 and it will the first day that the new price of fuel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will take effect.

As of today, the Octane 91 fuel which originally cost 75 halalas per liter will now be available at SR1.37 per liter, more than 82% increase, while the 95 octane which cost 90 halalas per liter will now cost SR2.04 per liter, which is more than doubled its original price. The new prices already include Value Added Tax (VAT).

Diesel for industries and utilities will cost SR0.378 and the price of diesel for transport remains unchanged at SR0.47. Kerosene price also remains unaffected at SR0.64. The prices already include Value Added Tax (VAT).

Source: Saudi Gazatte

Vice President Leni Robredo New Year’s Message to Filipinos

December 31, 2017

Written in Filipino, Vice President Leni Robredo is as optimistic as ever, specially this coming 2018. Here’s the full text of her message.

Mensahe
Isang manigong bagong taon sa inyong lahat, mula sa aming pamilya at sa Tanggapan nang Pangalawang Pangulo.

Sa ating pagsalubong sa 2018, panalangin natin na patuloy na mamuhay ang liwanag nang pag-ibig at pag-asa sa puso ng bawat isa.

Marami tayong pagsubok na hinaharap at haharapin pa. Nandiyan ang pagkalat nang negatibismo at galit, paglaganap ng kultura ng takot at karahasan sa ating lipunan. Ngunit sa kabila ng mga ito, naging saksi tayo sa katotohanan: na ang bawat Pilipino ay tanglaw sa pag-asa.

Sa bawat kamunidad na ating pinuntahan at sa bawat pamilya na ating nakasalamuha, nakita natin ang kabutihan at habag ng bawat isa para sa ating kapwa.

Kaya’t ngayong 2018m buhay pa rin ang pangarap natin na mabigyan ng mas magandang kinabukasan ang bawat pamilyang Pilipino. Nananatili tayong matatag at determinado sa ating adhikain na iangat ang ating mga kababayan mula sa kahirapan at ipagtanggol ang mga karapatan ang bawat Pilipino.

Muli, isang masaya at masaganang bagong taon sa ating lahat!

She also sent her regards to all her followers on twitter via her twitter account.

President Rodrigo Duterte New Year’s Message to Filipinos

December 31, 2017

A very positive New Year’s message from the President of the Philippine Rodrigo Duterte. Here’s the full text of his message.

I greet the Filipino people, here in the Pilippines and in all corners of the world, as we welcome the New Year.

As we spend time with our family, friends and loved ones in turning a new page in our nation’s history, let draw strength from what we have achieved both as individual and as a community in the past year. It is my hope that we foster solidarity as we move forward in our pursuit of providing a more comfortable and productive life for all.

We are a time when our resolve is being tested by many trials and difficulties. Corruptoin, criminality, illegal drugs and terrorism have impeded our progress in the past year. However, I remain hopeful that our resilience will enable us to overcome and rise above these challenges as one nation.

Let us embrace this coming year’s uncertainty with a glimmer of hope and remain determined in achieving our visio of a better and more prosperous future.

I wish all of us a fruitful and blessed New Year.

MMDA to lift number coding scheme on January 1-2, 2018 including Makati and Las Piñas

December 31, 2017

Good news to all motorist on the first and second day of 2018, Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will temporary lift the number coding scheme on January 1 and 2, 2018., which will include Makati and Las Piñas.

Prepaid Load are now valid for one year

December 28, 2017

Prepaid load will now have a one year validity from the date it was loaded to your mobile phone, this was announced by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) in a Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) with the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).

Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) amends the previous version of NTC’s Memorandum Circular No. 03-07-2009 Guidelines on Prepaid Loads.

The JMC states that prepaid loads, regardless of amount, will have one-year validity, and this will take effect on January 5, 2018. Those prepaid credits purchased for promos and other services with time limits as approved by NTC and DTI, will not be covered by the JMC.

In their official announcement, DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez said, “With this circular, President Rodrigo Duterte hopes to give the public a gift this holiday season that everyone can truly benefit from in the coming years,”

Video: Kiefer Ravena’s first PBA dunk against GlobalPort

December 28, 2017

Here’s something we don’t see every game , Kiefer Ravena dunking the ball on actual PBA games. The rookie scored 20 points with 5 assists, 4 steals and two boards in the 115-104 win against Global Port.

One dead in Mandaluyong City Shoot-out

December 28, 2017
Video screenshot

From Rappler;

Police fired at a white SUV, a white Mitsubishi Adventure with plate number WNX 737, at around 10:25 pm at Barangay Pleasant Hills. They later recovered a body from the SUV.

Philipppine National Police (PNP) Senior Superintendent Moises Villaceran Jr, the Mandaluyong City police chief told reporters the shootout appeared to have been a case of mistaken identity. A woman was shot in Addition Hills earlier this evening, and the men in the white van brought the woman in their vehicle in an attempt to help.

PNP really messed this up.

Here’s an amateur video from CNN Philippines.

As far as I know, PNP should have at least “inform the suspects that the Police are after them through the use of siren or megaphone and instruct the driver to pull over or stop on the side of the street;”

Unless PNP revised it, you can read all about the Revised PNP Operational Procedures here.

Full list of 2017 Metro Manila Film Fest (MMFF) Gabi ng Parangal Winners

December 27, 2017

Here are the winners for this year’s Metro Manila Film Fest (MMFF) Gabi ng Parangal.

  • Best Picture: Ang Larawan (trailer is embedded above)
  • Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award: Ang Larawan
  • Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award: Ang Panday
  • Best Director: Paul Soriano (Siargao)
  • Best Actor in a Leading Role: Derek Ramsay (All of You)
  • Best Actress in a Leading Role: Joanna Ampil (Ang Larawan)
  • Special Jury Prize: Nick Joaquin and Coco Martin
  • Best Screenplay: All of You
  • Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Edgar Allan Guzman (Deadma Walking)
  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Jasmine Curtis-Smith (Siargao)
  • Best Child Performer: Baby Baste (Meant to Beh)
  • Best Cinematography: Siargao
  • Best Sound: Siargao
  • Best Theme Song: “Alon” by Hale (Siargao)
  • Best Editing: Siargao
  • Best Visual Effects: Ang Panday
  • Best Musical Score: Ang Larawan
  • Best Production Design: Ang Larawan
  • Best Float: Deadma Walking
  • Children’s Choice Award: And Panday
  • People’s Choice Award: Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad
  • Star of the Night (Male): Derek Ramsay
  • Star of the Night (Female): Erich Gonzales
  • Short Film Awards People’s Choice Award: Noel
  • Short Film Awards Best Picture: Anong Nangyari kay Nicanor Dante?

The Gabi ng Parangal of the 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival was held in at the Kia Theatre in Quezon City.

Woman in viral road rage video denies hurting taxi driver

December 27, 2017
Screenshot of the video.

From GMA News;

The woman who was accused of hurting a taxi driver during a traffic altercation has asked the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to dismiss the license revocation complaint against her for lack of merit.

In her position paper, Cherish Sharmaine Interior denied physically hurting taxi driver Virgilio Doctor during a traffic altercation last December 17 along Congressional Avenue in Quezon City.

So rather than asking forgiveness and admitting her fault, she will resort to fighting fire with fire. It will be her word against the driver’s word and their dashcam video against the video the went viral.

Comments on the article is as entertaining as the news. 🙂

New Black Panther Trailer

December 26, 2017

It looks like its going to be one of those movies that will be bigger than expected!

Starring Chadwick Boseman as T’Challa / Black Panther, Michael B. Jordan as the main bad guy Erik Killmonger and Lupita Nyong’o as Nakia as an undercover operative of the Dora Milaje, the all-female special forces of Wakanda.

Black Panther is directed by Ryan Coogler and will be in theaters in February 16, 2018.

Mark Caguioa to wear Ginebra jersey No. 13 in honor of Helterbrand

December 26, 2017
Photo from PBA.PH

If you’re wondering why Mark Mark Caguioa is sporting a new jersey number this conference instead of his usual No. 47, well get use to it, since he’ll be wearing Ginebra jersey No. 13 for the All Filipino Conference.

On his Instagram account, he said, “Im gonna be wearing this for one conference a tribute to @jayhelterbrand”.

This will be the first season that Mark Caguioa will be playing without his Jayjay Helterbrand, since retiring last conference where they won the championship. Jayjay Helterbrand and Mark Caguioa are known as the backcourt tandem “The Fast and the Furious.”

Facebook users is looking for the owner of the payslip that they found on the street

December 24, 2017

This is one Christmas gift that will surely have a happy ending! Facebook user Jasmin T. Baleza and husband Roy Montilla Baleza are currently looking for Michael Oguimas who inadvertently drop his payslip together with the actual pay.

She posted,

“pashare nmn po pls.kung sino po nakakakilala kay Michael Oguimas napulot po ng asawa ko yung payslip nya with sahod.along shaw blvd po nya napulot.kawawa nmn po yung nawalan nito.”

which roughly translate to;

“Please share whoever knows Michael Oguimas, my husband found his payslip with his money along Shaw blvd. It’s be sad whoever lost this money.”

Naturally, Ms. Baleza good deed is now viral, as of this posting its been shared for more than 80,749 time, 14k reaction and more than 6000 comments.

Update on the PBA Game last Friday, 22nd of December

December 24, 2017
PBA Logo

For some unknown reason, I was not able to watch the game last Friday. Anyway, for those asking for updates here they are;

Via Rappler Sports: Rain or Shine escapes TNT for season-opening win

The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters had just enough gas left in the tank as they eked out an 82-79 win over the TNT KaTropa to open their 2018 PBA Philippine Cup campaign at the Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City on Friday, December 22.

Via PBA: KG Canaleta delivers statement game in Meralco debut

KG CANALETA was quick to churn out an electrifying performance in his Meralco debut.

The 12-year veteran scattered a game-high 25 points and eight rebounds while keying the Bolts’ 103-98 victory over the Blackwater Elite Friday in a game kicking off their PBA Philippine Cup campaign at the Cuneta Astrodome.

There will be no game this Christmas eve, instead there will be a double-header tomorrow 25th December at Philippine Arena between NLEX Road Warrior vs Globalport Batangpier and Brgy. Ginebra vs Magnolia Hotshots.

Injured-Magnolia Hotshots defeats Alaska Aces even after a strong start (108 – 95)

December 21, 2017
Image from pba.ph

Playing without Marc Pingris, Rafi Reavis and Jio Jalalon is not a problem with the rebranded Magnolia Hotshots, as Paul Lee pick-up the slack and scored a game high of 30 points in just 24 minutes of action. Lee got some help from Bam Gamalinda, Rome dela Rosa and Ian Sangalang, who scored 15, 13 and 10, respectively.

Magnolia coach Chito Victolero later revealed that Paul Lee only got three days of practice, “Three days pa lang nag-eensayo yan. Iba talaga ang puso niya,”

Alaska even after a strong start scoring 20-10 in the early period but failed keep up with Magnolia as they capture the lead 57-47 in the next period. The game was physical which is an advantage for the Aces, double fouls was slapped to Abueva – Dela Rosa, and Lee – Vic Manuel.

Magnolia’s next assignment will be the Barangay Ginebra for a Christmas showdown at the Philipine Arena, while Alaska will face TNT Katropa on the 29th of December at the Cuneta Astrodome.

Scores:

Magnolia Hotshots 108 — Lee 30, Gamalinda 15, Sangalang 13, Dela Rosa 10, Simon 9, Herndon 9, K. Pascual 9, Barroca 6, Melton 3, Ramos 2, Brondial 2.

Alaska Aces 95 — Abueva 20, Manuel 20, Teng 16, Casio 10, R. Pascual 7, Enciso 5, Exciminiano 5, Banchero 4, Thoss 3, J. Pascual 2, Cruz 2, Magat 1

Per quarters: 21-26, 57-47, 87-74, 108-95

NLEX Road Warriors survives a Kia Picanto scare, Kiefer Ravena tallied a double-double (119-115)

December 21, 2017
Image from @pbaconnect

Wednesday, December 20, second game day of the 2018 Philippine Cup, NLEX Road Warriors survives Kia’s offensive onslaught in the first half, scoring 40 points in the first quarter and continued to score 18 points in the second quarter.

At one-point Kia’s lead went up to 13 points, that is until Kiefer “The Phenom” Ravena went to work filling the stat sheet with 18 points, 12 assists and 7 rebounds, not bad for a rookie playing his first PBA game.

It’s not all bad for Kia, since they showed the league that even they gave away their first draft pick they can still manage to put up a fight and almost won. In an interview Gavina said;

“We showed our grit tonight, we showed a great deal of character in being able to keep up with what I feel is one of the contenders coming into this conference. So if we can do this against NLEX, we can do this against anybody. That’s our mindset going in,”

NLEX’s next assignment will be against the Globalport on Monday, December 25 at the Philippine Arena, while Kia will face Phoenix Fuel Masters on the 27th of December at the Ynares Center-Antipolo.

Scores:

NLEX Road Warriors 119 – Ravena 18, Miranda 14, Alas 14, Mallari 13, Fonacier 12, Al-Hussaini 12, Quiñahan 12, Tiongson 11, Baguio 5, Soyud 4, Ighalo 4

KIA Picanto 115 – Camson 24, McCarthy 14, Corpuz 13, Reyes 12, Galanza 12, Celda 9, Ababou 9, Khobuntin 8, Paniamogan 7, Tubid 4, Yee 3

Per quarter scores: 36-40, 64-68, 90-92, 119-115.