PBA: RJ Abarrientos says Converge series primed him for SMB duel

MANILA, Philippines—Barangay Ginebra guard RJ Abarrientos gained all the lessons he needed in their testy PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals series against Converge. A battle-tested Abarrientos showed the way for the Gin Kings on Sunday in a 99-90 win over the top-seeded San Miguel Beermen in their semifinals opener. READ: PBA: Ginebra draws big lift from