PBA Round 6 (Regular Season): Hotshots win their first game

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Hotshots can celebrate finally their first win this season after three consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Black Bears (0-5) 121-109 on Saturday. Hotshots dominated down low during the game scoring 84 of its points in the paint compared to Black Bears's 34 and made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Hotshots outrebounded Macau 53-36 including a 41-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. Hotshots looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hotshots made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American power forward Clinton Chapman (208-1989, college: Texas, agency: Diamond Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds. Naturalized American forward Zavier Lucero (198-1999, college: Cal Maritime) chipped in 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 blocks. At the other side the best for losing team was American-Mexican forward Tony Mitchell (203-1992, college: N.Texas) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Hotshots (1-3) left bottom position moving up to ninth place, which they share with Titan UGR and Blackwater. It was Macau's fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. Hotshots is looking forward to face higher ranked Terrafirma Dyip (#5) in Makati City in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Macau will have a break next round.
Undefeated leader Painters delivered the fourth consecutive victory. This time they crushed 8th ranked Bossing (1-3) 151-95 in Manila. It was a good game for American center Jaylen Johnson (206-1996, college: Louisville, agency: Octagon Europe) who led his team to a victory with 20 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Andrei Caracut contributed with 22 points for the winners. American center Robert Upshaw (213-1994, college: Washington) replied with 24 points and 9 rebounds for Blackwater. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Painters have a solid four-game winning streak. Rain or Shine maintains first position with 4-0 record. Blackwater at the other side dropped to the ninth place with three games lost. They share the position with Hotshots and Titan UGR. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Bottom-ranked Black Bears (0-5) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 110-94 loss to ninth ranked Beermen (2-2) in Manila on Tuesday evening. Justin Patton had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 17 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Tony Mitchell with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion moved-up to eighth place. Loser Black Bears still closes the standings with five games lost. SM Beermen's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Manila to the arena Ginebra Kings.

Rest of the games of round 6 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
SM Beermen was crushed by TNT Tropang in Makati 118-92. Titan UGR was beaten by Meralco Bolts at home 105-118. Ginebra Kings won against FiberXers on the opponent's court 99-93.
The best stats of 6th round was 16 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists by June Mar Fajardo of SM Beermen.



Hotshots - Macau BB 121-109

Hotshots can celebrate finally their first win this season after three consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Black Bears (0-5) 121-109 on Saturday. Hotshots dominated down low during the game scoring 84 of its points in the paint compared to Black Bears's 34 and made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Hotshots outrebounded Macau 53-36 including a 41-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. Hotshots looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hotshots made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American power forward Clinton Chapman (208-1989, college: Texas, agency: Diamond Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds. Naturalized American forward Zavier Lucero (198-1999, college: Cal Maritime) chipped in 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 blocks. At the other side the best for losing team was American-Mexican forward Tony Mitchell (203-1992, college: N.Texas) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and American Damian Chongqui (-1998) added 20 points and 10 assists respectively. Five Macau players scored in double figures. Hotshots (1-3) left bottom position moving up to ninth place, which they share with Titan UGR and Blackwater. It was Macau's fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. Hotshots is looking forward to face higher ranked Terrafirma Dyip (#5) in Makati City in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Macau will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Hotshots: C.Clinton 39+15reb, Z.Lucero 23+9reb+3ast, J.Lastimosa 20+4reb+6ast, P.Lee 8+3reb+1ast, A.Barroca 8+6reb+7ast, G.Javier 8+1reb+1ast
Macau BB: L.Chon Pong 24+2reb, T.Mitchell 22+14reb+1ast, C.Damian 20+4reb+10ast, S.Phoenix 19+5reb+6ast, J.Leung 14+7reb+6ast, L.Jia-hao 5+1reb

TNT Tropang - SM Beermen 118-92

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Beermen's (2-2) road loss to eighth ranked Giga (2-1) 92-118 on Saturday. TNT Tropang looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. South Sudanese-American center Bol Bol (218-1999, college: Oregon) had a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 18 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Calvin-John Oftana (195-1996) chipped in 18 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American center Marcus Lee (208-1994, college: California) with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds and center June Mar Fajardo (210-1989) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 20 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. TNT Tropang moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Ginebra Kings. Defending champion SM Beermen dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. TNT Tropang will meet higher ranked Meralco Bolts (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. SM Beermen's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Manila to the arena Ginebra Kings.
Top scorers:
TNT Tropang: B.Bol 34+18reb, C.Oftana 18+3reb+3ast, B.Ganuelas-Rosser 13+4reb+1ast, J.Chua 11+3reb+1ast, R.Nambatac 7+1reb+3ast, H.Galinato 7+9reb+1ast
SM Beermen: M.Lee 30+14reb+1ast, F.June Mar 15+20reb+2ast, T.Celedonio 12+1reb+2ast, P.Jaymar 12+3reb+4ast, C.Miller 7+3reb, T.Juan 6+1reb+2ast

Titan UGR - Meralco Bolts 105-118

No shocking result in a game in Pasig City where fifth ranked Bolts (3-1) defeated 8th ranked Risers (1-3) 118-105 on Sunday. Meralco Bolts dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Risers's 42 and made 25-of-33 free shots (75.8 percent) during the game. Meralco Bolts looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American center Marvin Jones (213-1993, college: Texas Southern) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard CJ Cansino (188-1999) chipped in 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Bolts players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Belgian-American forward Michael Gilmore (208-1995, college: VCU, agency: BIG) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 16 rebounds and Bryan Sajonia scored 29 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Meralco Bolts moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Risers dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with Hotshots and Blackwater. Meralco Bolts will meet at home TNT Tropang (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Titan UGR will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Meralco Bolts: C.Cansino 26+6reb+5ast, J.Marvin 24+14reb+3ast, K.Quinto 15+4reb+1ast, B.Jason 13+4reb+4ast, J.Mocon 11+2reb+1ast, B.Christopher 9+2reb+1ast
Titan UGR: S.Bryan 29+2reb+2ast, M.Gilmore 25+16reb+2ast, M.Joshua 9+8reb+4ast, B.Jerrick 9+1reb+1ast, Y.Fran 8+6reb+4ast, C.Damie 8+3reb

FiberXers - Ginebra Kings 93-99

Very expected game in Makati where 11th ranked FiberXers (1-4) were defeated by seventh ranked Kings (2-1) 99-93 on Sunday. Ginebra Kings looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Naturalized American forward Justin Brownlee (197-1988, college: St.John's) had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (181-1999) chipped in 32 points and 4 assists during the contest. Brownlee is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Kings' coach Tim Cone used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was naturalized American guard Michael Williams (188-1991, college: CS Fullerton) with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and American center Kylor Kelley (213-1997, college: Oregon St.) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots). Four FiberXers players scored in double figures. Ginebra Kings moved-up to sixth place, which they share with TNT Tropang. FiberXers lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with four games lost. Ginebra Kings will meet at home SM Beermen (#8) in the next round. FiberXers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Ginebra Kings: J.Brownlee 33+10reb+4ast, J.Rhon 32+3reb+4ast, J.Rosario 10+13reb, H.Stephen 9+9reb+4ast, N.Pinto 7+3reb+1ast, S.Thompson 6+5reb+5ast
FiberXers: B.Justine 20+7reb+2ast, W.Michael 16+6reb+8ast, G.MJ 15+2reb+1ast, K.Kelley 13+15reb+1ast, P.Jonnel 9+8reb+2ast, S.Alec 9+3reb+5ast

Rain or Shine - Blackwater 151-95

Undefeated leader Painters delivered the fourth consecutive victory. This time they crushed 8th ranked Bossing (1-3) 151-95 in Manila. Rain or Shine made 23-of-30 charity shots (76.7 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 39 assists comparing to just 20 passes made by Blackwater's players. Painters brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. It was a good game for American center Jaylen Johnson (206-1996, college: Louisville, agency: Octagon Europe) who led his team to a victory with 20 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Guard Andrei Caracut (178-1996) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Five Painters players scored in double figures. American center Robert Upshaw (213-1994, college: Washington) replied with 24 points and 9 rebounds and guard Regile Ilagan (180-1997) added 14 points in the effort for Blackwater. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Painters have a solid four-game winning streak. Rain or Shine maintains first position with 4-0 record. Blackwater at the other side dropped to the ninth place with three games lost. They share the position with Hotshots and Titan UGR. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Rain or Shine: A.Caracut 22+1reb+3ast, J.Jaylen 20+9reb+4ast, G.Mamuyac 15+5reb+4ast, D.Cuajao 15+1reb+2ast, J.Roque 13+8reb+3ast, A.Nocum 12+3reb+4ast
Blackwater: R.Upshaw 24+9reb+3ast, I.Regile 14+4reb+2ast, S.Barefield 12+3reb+1ast, M.David 9+5reb+1ast, E.Richard 9+6reb+1ast, T.Abu Jahal 9+3reb

SM Beermen - Macau BB 110-94

Bottom-ranked Black Bears (0-5) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 110-94 loss to ninth ranked Beermen (2-2) in Manila on Tuesday evening. SM Beermen dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Black Bears's 56. SM Beermen outrebounded Macau 52-41 including 37 on the defensive glass. SM Beermen looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American center Justin Patton (216-1997, college: Creighton) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 17 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and center June Mar Fajardo (210-1989) chipped in 16 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American-Mexican forward Tony Mitchell (203-1992, college: N.Texas) with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and American Damian Chongqui (-1998) scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion moved-up to eighth place. Loser Black Bears still closes the standings with five games lost. SM Beermen's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Manila to the arena Ginebra Kings.
Top scorers:
SM Beermen: J.Perez 26+3reb+5ast, P.Justin 24+17reb+2ast, J.Fajardo 16+16reb+6ast, L.Marcio 12+3reb+2ast, C.Trollano 10+5reb+4ast, J.Cruz 7+4reb+2ast
Macau BB: T.Mitchell 23+10reb+2ast, C.Damian 19+5reb+7ast, C.Ramon 18+10reb, L.Chon Pong 15+1reb, J.Leung 11+4reb+9ast, S.Phoenix 6+4reb+3ast