PBA: RR Pogoy dials in defensively, shines offensively for TNT

MANILA, Philippines— TNT shooter RR Pogoy sought after to position emphasis on his protection for the Tropang 5G of their sport in opposition to Meralco within the PBA Philippine Cup.

But, like clockwork, it was once Pogoy’s mastery on offense that shone via.

“First of all, coming into this game, my focus was really on defense because the offense will just follow,” mentioned Pogoy after the Tropang 5G driven previous the Bolts, 101-84, for his or her 3rd directly win on Sunday.

“It’s been how many games now that I wasn’t scoring points because defense is my focus, so I’m grateful that they [shots] went in tonight.”

TNT stepped forward to 3-3 on the expense of the protecting Philippine Cup champions, leaning closely on Pogoy’s two-way effort.

The former Gilas Pilipinas guard was once lights-out from the sphere, changing 12 of 18 makes an attempt, together with 5 triples and a four-point shot that helped put the sport out of achieve.

On the opposite finish, Pogoy helped cling Meralco to below 90 issues.

Coach Chot Reyes additionally mentioned it was once the squad’s protection that in the long run lit the fireplace below his sweet-shooting guard’s high-scoring night time.

“Like we always say in our team, when we defend well, our offense will follow and take care of itself,” mentioned Reyes.

The Bolts, in the meantime, dropped to 3-4 within the standings.

Pogoy and the Tropang Giga will attempt to lengthen their successful streak to 4 on Wednesday once they face Rain or Shine at Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo.