Fajardo nearing 100% after knee injury

June Mar Fajardo. PBA IMAGES

Slowly but surely, June Mar Fajardo is regaining his old form.

The San Miguel Beer center is still recovering from the left knee injury he suffered in the 2016 PBA Philippine Cup semifinals but said he’s near full health.

“It still feels a bit heavy. It really tightens up when I run too much so I need to stretch it more and continue strengthening,” said Fajardo on Wednesday after the Beermen’s 108-96 win over the Blackwater Elite. “Almost there. I guess I’m 90%.”

Fajardo played his best game this conference with 20 points, seven rebounds, one steal and a block in 30 minutes and 30 seconds, also his longest time on the floor.

The reigning MVP hopes the Beermen will sustain their play as they head into a crucial clash with the undefeated Meralco Bolts on Saturday in Legazpi City.

Apart from capturing a Grand Slam, what serves as extra motivation for San Miguel is its listless showing in the 2015 Commissioner’s Cup where it only won four games to wind up in ninth place.

“Coach is always reminding us of what happened last year,” Fajardo said. “Hopefully, we’ll continue to play well.”