PBA: NLEX Claims First Twice-to-Beat, Rallies Past Magnolia

PBA: NLEX claims first twice-to-beat, rallies past Magnolia

MANILA, Philippines–NLEX assured itself of the first twice-to-beat advantage in the PBA Philippine Cup after overcoming a rough start to defeat Magnolia, 107-99, on Friday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Robert Bolick knocked down threes and fours in the second half that helped the Road Warriors create separation from the Hotshots after trailing by 19 early on to clinch their eighth victory in 10 games for the solo lead in the standings. READ: PBA: NLE…

First in Bolick era: NLEX turns back Magnolia to clinch twice-to-beat bonus

MANILA, Philippines – For the first time in Robert Bolick’s tenure at NLEX, the Road Warriors will enjoy a twice-to-beat bonus in the quarterfinals. NLEX became the first team in the PBA Philippine Cup to clinch the playoff incentive as Bolick took over in the second half of their 107-99 win over Magnolia at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium on Friday, June 6. Limited to 4 points in the first half, Bolick went on to finish with a game-high 25 points on t…

PBA: Bolick, Torres spark NLEX comeback vs Magnolia to clinch twice-to-beat edge

Robert Bolick and Xyrus Torres led a furious comeback for NLEX, rallying from a 19-point deficit to hand Magnolia another tough loss, 107-99, and secure the first twice-to-beat advantage in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup on Friday evening at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila. After falling behind by as many as 13-32 in the opening quarter, Bolick’s all-around brilliance of 25 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and one block, along with Torr…