Strong Group remains unbeaten in Dubai tilt

Kevin Quiambao.–STRONG GROUP ATHLETICS PHOTO

MANILA, Philippines—Strong Group Athletics (SGA) stayed undefeated after four games in the 33rd Dubai International Basketball Championship at Al Nasr Club in Dubai UAE Tuesday after a 95-73 win over Beirut.

The Philippine side pulled off another dominant win after drubbing Lebanon-Homenetmen 104-95 dub over on Monday behind Gilas Pilipinas player, Andray Blatche.

Blatche, though, struggled mightily in the match against Beirut with only three points but the locals more than made up for it to give SGA a 4-0 card.

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Kevin Quiambao led all scorers with 20 points and four rebounds while Mackenzie Moore and Jordan Heading chipped in 19 and 15 points, respectively.

Dwight Howard nearly recorded a double-double with 11 points and nine rebounds while birthday boy JD Cagulangan poured 12 to his name.

Sergio El Darwich exploded for Beirut with a game-high 28 points but to no avail. Mohamad Ali Haidar scored 15 while Dar Tucker, who gained notoriety with Filipino fans when he suited up for Jordan against Gilas Pilipinas before, contributed 14 points in the loss.

Up next for SGA is Al Ahly Tripoli on Wednesday night as they hope to sweep the pool phase after five games.