Converge looks to sustain its red-hot play when it clashes with fellow top team Rain or Shine in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup.
Surging Converge looks to remain atop the standings as it faces off with Rain or Shine in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Sunday, Dec. 7.
Tip off is at 7:30 p.m. at the Ynares Sports Center in Montalban.
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The FiberXers will enter the contest with a 6-2 record, tied for the league leadership with Rain or Shine, San Miguel and NLEX.
With quarterfinal berths already secured for both sides, the FiberXers now turn their focus on grabbing a Top Four finish and the all-important twice-to-beat incentive that comes with it.
Converge is riding a three-game winning streak, including a pair of shockers over Ginebra and Magnolia.
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In his first matchup in the league against brother Javi, Juan Gomez de Liaño erupted for 27 points, seven rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block, showcasing why he has been the most electrifying newcomer this season.
Alec Stockton chipped in 23 points, while Justine Baltazar delivered a monster 19-point, 14-rebound double-double to earn Player of the Game honors.
Converge may have to make adjustments, however, as Justin Arana remains questionable after rolling his ankle late in its match against the Hotshots.
Still, with Gomez de Liaño in scorching form, the FiberXers hold the firepower to challenge the Elasto Painters entering the final stretch of the eliminations.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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