Calvin Oftana continued to blossom as a starter and uncorked 16 points, including nine in the third quarter when the Lions unleashed a breakaway run that kept their record immaculate and pushed three wins closer to sweeping their way straight to the best-of-three finals. “For now, we’re more concerned in improving as a team because the last three games will be an acid test for us especially to the younger players,” said San Beda coach Boyet Fernandez. The Lions had a strong start as they roared to a 24-16 lead at the end of the opening period that they preserved entering the break. Earlier, Emilio Aguinaldo fought back from double-digit deficits in eking out an 80-76 victory over Perpetual Help to post its first streak of the season. EAC still remained in the cellar but coach Oliver Bunyi is just happy with the way his team is playing the way he wants it played.

Source: Philippine Star October 01, 2019 10:17 UTC