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Magnolia Hotshots secured their second win of the PBA Philippine Cup, defeating Converge 83-71 behind a strong fourth-quarter surge powered by Ian Sangalang and Zavier Lucero, who combined for 36 points and 14 rebounds.
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![Alec Stockton attempts a shot from the outside, contributing 18 points in the win. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PBA-Images129-400x200.jpg)
Converge bounced back from a tough loss to Meralco, defeating Phoenix Super LPG 92-83 in the PBA Philippine Cup. Alec Stockton led the charge with 18 points as Converge secured their first win of the tournament.
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Meralco displayed championship poise in a wire-to-wire demolition of Terrafirma, setting a franchise record with a 38-point rout in the PBA Philippine Cup.
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San Miguel Beer began its Philippine Cup redemption with a dominant 98-89 win over NLEX, fueled by CJ Perez’s 28-point explosion and a strong start that set the tone early.
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Zavier Lucero powered Magnolia to a 106-84 win over Blackwater to start their PBA Philippine Cup campaign, rewarding their month-long preparation with a statement victory.
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