NLEX eyes share of the lead against Converge FiberXers - BusinessWorld Online

NLEX eyes share of the lead against Converge FiberXers - BusinessWorld Online

Games on Friday (PhilSport Arena) 5 p.m. – NLEX vs Converge 7:30 p.m. – Blackwater vs Ginebra IT’S BEEN a well-oiled run so far for NLEX, which has racked up five straight victories after an opening stumble, very much on track for the coveted Top Four spot in the PBA Philippine Cup playoffs. And with the fall of erstwhile spotless Magnolia recently, the Road Warriors now find themselves with a shot at a tie for No. 1 — something they can achieve…

Road Warriors eye sixth win vs FiberXers

NLEX eyes a share of the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup lead although Converge is standing right on its path when they collide Friday, May 23, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.The Road Warriors are not only aiming to sustain their hot run of five games but also to improve to a 6-1 slate that would allow them to catch up with the Magnolia Hotshots atop the standings.Playing arguably its best basketball in recent years, NLEX is looking to stret…

NLEX’s revamped frontcourt fuels six-game surge, says Bolick

JB Bahio and Tony Semerad earned plaudits from Robert Bolick after holding their own against the twin tower tandem of Converge on Friday night. The star playmaker reprised his role as NLEX’s closer time and again to deliver the 88-83 victory. Still, he deflected much of the credit to his big men for going toe-to-toe against budding stars Justin Arana and Justine Baltazar. “Grabe si Bahio, sina Tony,” he said moments after their exciting triumph …