Jovani Jalalon of Derulo (dark) vs Andrew Avillanosa of Hogs Breath (light). PBA D-LEAGUE IMAGE by Nuki Sabio
MANILA, Philippines — Derulo Accelero rallied to stun Hog’s Breath Cafe, 82-78, in a battle of also-ran teams in the 2014 PBA D-League Foundation Cup Monday at the JCSGO Gym in Cubao.
Jiovani Jalalon poured in half of his game-high 28 points in the fourth quarter as he almost matched the entire Razorbacks’ output. The Oilers outscored their opponents, 28-16, in the final frame.
Derulo came back from 13 points down in the third quarter to pick up just its second win of the conference – matching Hog’s Breath’s record at 2-6.
Dave Najorda scored 16 points and Kevin Racal registered 13 for the Razorbacks.
Michael Juico added 13 points for the Oilers, who shook off a slow start.
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