Cjay Perez has been a steady contributor for San Miguel, and he intends to keep doing that for the rest of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup semifinals against Ginebra.
Cjay Perez looks to continue being San Miguel’s most reliable engine as the Beermen look to tighten their grip on the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup semifinals against the Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings in Game 4 on Sunday, Jan. 11.
The match starts at 5:15 p.m. at Mall of Asia Arena.
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Holding a 2–1 series lead, San Miguel is coming off a gritty 91–85 Game 3 victory, one that showcased the team’s depth and adaptability.
With June Mar Fajardo limited by a shoulder injury, it was Don Trollano who erupted for a career night, unloading 33 points to carry the load offensively.
Fajardo still found ways to impact the game, finishing with six points, 19 rebounds, four assists, and a steal, but Game 2 snapped his run of dominant 20–20 performances.
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Through it all though, Perez has been the Beermen’s steady presence.
The Gilas Pilipinas winger delivered 19 points, three rebounds, and three assists in Game 3, once again providing timely scoring and defensive pressure for coach Leo Austria’s squad.
With contributions coming from all fronts, San Miguel is eyeing a commanding 3–1 series advantage, knowing one more strong outing could put them on the brink of another Finals return.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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