Blackwater is hopeful it can start a winning streak in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup, taking on defending champion San Miguel.
The Blackwater Bossing seek to build on their breakthrough victory when they take on the San Miguel Beermen Sunday in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup.
After opening the conference with three straight losses, Blackwater (1-3) bounced back in style with a 114-98 win over the Meralco Bolts, capitalizing on the absence of import DJ Kennedy due to calf injury.
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Rookie guard Sedrick Barefield stole the spotlight, exploding for a season-high 33 points, five rebounds, and nine assists in a nice all-around performance.
Import George King provided ample support with a double-double of 32 points and 13 rebounds, and the pair led the Bossing to their first victory of the mid-season tussle.
For this next game, Blackwater faces a tall task in containing June Mar Fajardo and San Miguel's new import Torren Jones. The defending champions are likewise fresh off a big victory over Terrafirma.
Match kicks off at 5:00 p.m. from the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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