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Barangay Ginebra relied on its strong offensive burst in the middle quarters to survive Phoenix, 119-112, in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup on Friday night at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
The Gin Kings shot a scorching 57.1 percent from three-point zone after knocking down 16 of its 28 attempts, aiding them well in establishing their biggest lead at 22 points, before holding off the Fuel Masters' late-game charge in the payoff period.
The charges of coach Tim Cone improved to 4-2 overall to pull even at joint third spot with San Miguel.
Phoenix fell to 2-5.
Ginebra's dismantling of Phoenix had a lot to do with its 33 assists, thanks to former league Most Valuable Player Scottie Thompson, who finished with 13 dimes, while scoring 17 points.
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Rookie RJ Abarrientos led Ginebra with 25 points, highlighting his game with a 5-of-8 shooting from downtown while Japeth Aguilar added 24 points and seven boards.
Stephen Holt finished with 18 points while Jamie Malonzo had 15 points with both Ginebra players knocking down four triples each.
Jason Perkins led Phoenix with 28 points even as RJ Jazul and Ken Tuffin added 18 and 17 points, respectively.
