Blackwater Bossing Triumphs Over Phoenix Fuel Masters in Antipolo Showdown

Powcast Media Team January 22, 2025

Justin Chua photo by PBA

January 21, 2025 – Ynares Center, Antipolo

In an exhilarating match at the Ynares Center, the Blackwater Bossing secured a 100-92 victory over the Phoenix Fuel Masters.

Game Highlights:

First Quarter: Blackwater set the tone early, leading 23-17.
Second Quarter: Phoenix narrowed the gap, with Blackwater holding a slim 51-49 lead at halftime.
Third Quarter: Both teams exchanged baskets, but Blackwater maintained a 72-70 edge.
Fourth Quarter: Blackwater pulled away, outscoring Phoenix 28-20 to clinch the win.

Standout Performance:

Center Justin Chua was instrumental for Blackwater, leading the team with 22 points.

Team Records:

Blackwater Bossing: Improved to 3-8 in the Commissioner's Cup.
Phoenix Fuel Masters: Dropped to 3-8 in the tournament.

Upcoming Games:

Blackwater Bossing: Set to face NorthPort Batang Pier on January 25, 2025.
Phoenix Fuel Masters: Scheduled to play TNT Tropang Giga on January 24, 2025.

Blackwater 100 – Chua 22, David 20, Casio 14, Ayonayon 11, Ponferada 10, Tungcab 9, Ilagan 7, Escoto 3, Jopia 2, Kwekuteye 2, Guinto 0, Mitchell 0.

Phoenix 92 – Smith 32, Perkins 19, Jazul 12, Salado 7, Tuffin 5, Alejandro 4, Muyang 4, Manganti 3, Ballungay 2, Tio 2, Camacho 2, Daves 0, Verano 0, Rivero 0, Garcia 0.

Quarters: 23-17; 51-49; 72-72; 100-92.