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CEBU CITY, Philippines—Steadfast Builders clinched the ultimate semifinals spot within the elite division of the Mandaue’s Satisfaction Basketball Affiliation (MPBA) Commissioner’s Cup Season 3, defeating Purexfit Cebu 98-88 within the final play-in recreation held on Saturday night time on the CPA gymnasium.
The victory was spearheaded by former Cesafi standout RJ Dinolan, who delivered an explosive efficiency with a double-double of 28 factors and 19 rebounds, complemented by 4 assists and a steal on a formidable 10-of-15 taking pictures.
Dinolan’s dominant presence within the paint proved essential for Steadfast Builders as they superior to the semifinals and face the formidable Artera Builders.
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Including to the offensive output, teammate Prince Matt Carin contributed 21 factors, whereas Miguel Gastador and Genald Inigo chipped in 12 and 10 factors, respectively. Their collective efforts have been instrumental in securing the win.
On the opposing facet, Purexfit Cebu’s Keanu Ray Limana scored a game-high 34 factors however couldn’t forestall his staff’s elimination.
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Denniser Mark Dela Cerna additionally put up a powerful efficiency with 25 factors, whereas Rhadie Azarcon added 10 factors, however their efforts fell brief in opposition to a decided Steadfast squad.
Purexfit Cebu began their MPBA recreation robust, main 15-10 early on. Nevertheless, Steadfast Builders rapidly responded, ending the primary quarter with a 23-19 benefit.
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From that time ahead, Steadfast maintained management of the sport, establishing a big 14-point lead at 55-41 earlier than finally securing the victory.
PREMIER DIVISION
Within the different motion within the MPBA, Welec overwhelmed Void with a powerful 106-53 victory, organising a rubber match of their premier division semifinals.
The standout efficiency got here from the dynamic duo of Francis Montebon and JM Sabal, who scored 24 and 23 factors, respectively. Their contributions have been supported by Carlo Bacalso with 20 factors and James Truz with 18 factors, showcasing a well-rounded staff effort.
Going through elimination, Void’s Isiah Nanoy scored 18 factors as they struggled to seek out their rhythm, eliminating their twice-to-beat perk and now compelled into an additional recreation to find out their championship hopes within the premier division.
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