Calvin Oftana matched Rondae Hollis-Jefferson's output, creating 24 points to help the TNT Tropang Giga escape the Meralco Bolts in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup.
Calvin Oftana delivered a standout performance to lead the TNT Tropang Giga to a nail-biting 101-99 victory over the Meralco Bolts. Oftana was named Player of the Game after scoring 24 points, hitting 3-of-5 from beyond the arc, while adding four rebounds and two assists.
TNT, coming off a 19-day break, built a commanding 23-point lead early on, but Meralco clawed back to tie the game 99-all in the final seconds.
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson was fouled by Cliff Hodge and calmly sank two clutch free throws to seal the win.
RHJ finished with 24 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists in a strong all-around effort.
Meralco import Akil Mitchell led the Bolts with 24 points, 18 rebounds, and seven assists, while Chris Newsome chipped in 19 points and eight assists.
TNT improved to 3-2 and will face Converge on Saturday, while Meralco, now 4-3, takes on NLEX on Friday.
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