PBA: TNT’s Jordan Heading saves best game in clincher vs Meralco

TNT guard Jordan Heading reacts during Game 6 of the PBA semifinals against Meralco.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

ANTIPOLO—TNT’s Jordan Heading had an up-and-down campaign in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals.

When it mattered most, though, the sniper showed up and propelled the Tropang 5G back to the PBA Finals with a masterclass in Game 6 to boot out the Meralco Bolts on Sunday night.

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When asked what was different coming into Game 6, Heading said “nothing changed.”

“Sometimes the results are different, but as a pro, you go through slumps but you have to have faith in yourself that you’ll bounce back,” he added following TNT’s 97-94 victory.

In the biggest game of the series, Heading came alive and dropped 30 points, highlighted by 7-of-10 shooting from long range and a three-point play winner with 42.1 seconds remaining.

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Heading also came up big in Game 5, scoring 22 to help TNT take a 3-2 series lead.

Having a coach who continues to believe and is never discouraged no matter what is also a big boost.

“You shoot a good shot, it doesn’t go in, that’s fine,” said Reyes. “It’s a forgivable mistake, we tell Jordan it’s okay, just shoot again.”