NLEX cruises past Cagayan for its fourth PBA D-League title in a row
Ian Sangalang was named as the conference’s MVP. PBA IMAGES
MANILA, Philippines—NLEX held off Cagayan Valley late to win, 82-71, and sweep their best-of-three Finals series for its fourth straight PBA D-League title at the FilOil Flying V Arena in San Juan.
The Road Warriors zoomed to a 19-2 start before staving off a furious fightback by the Rising Suns, who pulled to within seven early in the fourth period.
Article continues after this advertisement“I’m just lucky I have a very supportive management. This championship is for them and credit to my boys,” said head coach Boyet Fernandez.
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Garvo Lanete led NLEX with 17 points and seven rebounds.
Ian Sangalang, who collected nine points, seven rebounds and four blocks, was named as the conference’s MVP.
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