ABL PH squads try to keep lofty spots

MANILA, Philippines—Two Philippine squads hope to bolster their stay at the penthouse of the standings when they play separate road games in the Asean Basketball League tonight.

Riding on a four-game roll, the AirAsia Philippine Patriots aim to keep the solo lead against defending champion Chang Thailand Slammers at 6 p.m. (7 p.m. Manila time) in the Thai Japanese Association Gym in Bangkok.

In Jakarta, San Miguel Beer tries to stay a close second versus the Indonesia Warriors at 5 p.m. (6 p.m. Manila time) at the Mahaka Square.

Banking on the consistent plays of Anthony Johnson and Al Vergara, the Patriots kept the top spot with a 5-1 record.