The game marked a historic moment for Rain or Shine veteran Beau Belga, who etched his name in the team's record books.
Belga became the first ever local Rain or Shine player to achieve a triple-double, a feat that combines significant contributions in scoring, rebounding, and assists. He finished the night with a career-high 25 points, 12 rebounds, and a career-high-tying 10 assists, showcasing his all-around brilliance.
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This historic performance unfolded on a special night for Rain or Shine, as they donned throwback jerseys from their Welcoat Dragons era. This nostalgic touch seemed to inspire the team, propelling them to their second consecutive win after a rough start to the conference.
While Belga stole the spotlight, Rain or Shine's success was a collective effort. Santi Santillan provided strong support with a double-double of 23 points and 11 rebounds. Additionally, Andrei Caracut orchestrated the offense with a career-high 13 assists alongside his 15 points. Shaun Ildefonso also chipped in with a career-high 15 points, contributing valuable scoring.
The loss extends Converge's winless streak to six games. Despite a valiant effort from Justin Arana, who notched a 20-point, 9-rebound performance, they were unable to overcome Rain or Shine's firepower.
Schonny Winston contributed 14 points, while Alec Stockton added 13 for the FiberXers.
This victory marks a significant turnaround for Rain or Shine, who started the 2024 PBA Philippine Cup with four straight losses. With their winning streak ignited and a historic performance in the books, they will aim to continue their climb up the team standings in the coming games.
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The Scores:
Rain or Shine 110 - Belga 25, Santillan 23, Caracut 15, Ildefonso 15, Mamuyac 10, Demusis 6, Borboran 4, Clarito 4, Concepcion 3, Asistio 3, Norwood 2, Belga 0, Paredes 0.
Converge 90 - Arana 20, Winston 14, Stockton 13, Santos 12, Delos Santos 7, Caralipio 7, Melecio 7, Zzaldivar 3, Balanza 3, Nieto 1, Ambohot 0, Maagdenberg 0, Fleming 0, Fornilos 0.