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of Meralco Bolts vs Mahindra Enforcers. Watched Meralco Bolts used a late rally to steal the victory from Mahindra Enforcers, behind Cliff Hodge heroics late in the game.
PBA Replay: Meralco Bolts vs Mahindra Enforcers (April 3, 2016)
Mahindra Enforcers surprised the top seed Meralco Bolts, when they controlled majority of the game. But the Bolts used a late rally to turn the tides in favor to them, and manage to grab the victory, 94-86.
The Enforcers tried to play spoilers, but the Meralco Bolts, unleash a barrage of runs to turn and eight point deficit to an eight point lead, making a 16-0 run.
With the win, the Bolts strengthen their spot as the top-seed team in the conference and move them closer to earning the outright semis berth.
Cliff Hodge made some crucial plays during their run, while Alalapg and Amer sank down three pointers apiece to spark the late rally.
Hodge lead the scoring for the Bolts with 25 points, while Mahindra Enforcers was led by 20 points and 13 rebounds.
Meralco’s shooting guard veteran, Gary David was dismissed by his team, Meralco Bolts and is now in unrestricted free agent.
This is after the incident that cost him one game suspension, for insubordination and breach of contract. For all those who didn’t know the story, Gary David was called by Norman Black to check in the game with four minutes left, but decided not to. The reason why he didn’t sub in, as ordered by his head coach was not clear by that time. Thus, resulting to one game suspension and fine imposed by the management. However, according to Gary he didn’t check in because he was suffering from an ankle injury, which he event posted a photo.
Now that he is on unrestricted free agent, two teams are the top gunner to get his services, Blackwater Elites, and Mahindra Enforcers. The biggest question now, can Garry David make an impact to any team or even to those two teams in particular?
Maybe his not the Gary David we used to know, the streak shooting guy with gestures as if his hands are on fire, but I think he can still make any impact to any team. This guy is one of the hardest players in the PBA, I watched him grow from a bench player to a superstar. In terms of scoring, he can still shoot the ball, but age and injuries has slowed him down. When I say, he can make an impact; I’m referring to the overall factors he can contribute, even the intangible ones. This is only possible if he will also learn how to accept his role. Gary must accept that he is not the hot shooting guard that he was before, that made him the five time PBA scoring champ. He needs to mentor the young guys and guide them to be better player on and off the court.
Anyway, I’m not taking away anything from Gary. This is just my point of view, much respect and love for this sweet shooting veteran. I hope a team could land him anytime soon.
Meralco’s veteran guard, Gary David was fined and suspended by its PBA mother club. The incident sparked after David refuses to play in their last game against NLEX Road Warriors.
According to the Bolts association. Head coach, Norman Black asked Gary David to check into the game with four minutes left, but declined to play. In an interview by spin.ph, Garry David vent out his frustration for lack of playing time.
The incident cost him a one game suspension and an in disclose amount of fine for
1. Insubordination;
2. Lack of dedication to the team;
3. Breach of contract which states that he’s obligated to play in official PBA games at all times.
In addition, the management said that Gary David’s behavior was unacceptable. The Bolts will still support David as a member of their ball club. But certain sanctions should be imposed to maintain discipline.
of San Miguel Beermen vs Meralco Bolts. Watch how the Beermen snapped the winning streak of Meralco Bolts and handed them their first loss of the conference, in an out of town game held at Legazpi, Albay.
PBA Replay: San Miguel Beermen vs Meralco Bolts(March 5, 2016)
San Miguel Beermen handed Meralco Bolts their first loss this conference and ended their winning streak, 94-86 in an out of town game held at Legazpi, Albay.
The Beermen catches fire where it matters most, and was able to snatch the victory from Meralco, with Tyler Wilkerson leading the way for San Miguel Beermen with 27 points. Despite having foul troubles early in the game, he managed to put up monster numbers and scored 13 points in the last eight minutes of the game, which gave them the momentous lead.
Gabby Espinas stepped up for Wilkerson while he was nursing foul trouble, contributing 13 points in just 14 minutes of play. Playmaker, Alex Cabagnot, and sharp shooter, Marcio Lassiter, chipping in 10 points apiece. The reigning MVP, Jun Mar Fajardo, managed to score nine points on 2-of-12 shooting, but grabbed 16 rebounds.
Meralco Bolts, managed to keep the game tight till the last minutes of the game. Leading the way for them is Arinze Onuaku, who has another impressive performance with 26 points and pulling down 30 rebounds. However, he did not get a balance compliment from the locals, with only Gary David scoring double digits with 12 points.
Meralco Bolts strong start might come as a surprise to anyone, as they were the first team to be eliminated last conference. In fact, they only won one game last conference.
That one game and early exit is all they need to get back on the track. Meralco Bolts used it as a motivation and worked harder in the off season. Since they were the first team to be eliminated, they had more time to practice and to work things out.
In an interview by Interakson.com, Jimmy Alapag said “When you finished 1-10, it humbles you, as an individual and as a team. It goes to show you’ve got work to do. The great part of our extended season is that guys really refocused on coming back this conference and playing better. It showed during practice and we’ve done a better job bringing what we’ve been doing on practice during our games,”
Chemistry played a greater part on their team’s success. It was evident on their first four games, which they’ve all won. They played a lot of exhibition game in the off-season that solidifies the trust and teamwork of each player.
With seven new players on the rooster, the team was having issues adjusting last conference. But because they have more time after last conference, Meralco Bolts took that opportunity to know each other. The Bolts practically “Lived in the Gym” said Jared Dillinger, who is one of the reasons why the Bolts are on top now. Dillinger is one of the steady gunners of the Bolts, and earned himself the Player of the week award, after its strong start.
As to when will this strong start ends? No one knows. As long as Meralco Bolts, play the same intensity, team work and mentality. Then, who knows? They might even end up at this conference Finals.
of Meralco Bolts vs Phoenix Fuel Masters. Watch how Meralco Bolts rallied their way and steal the victory against the fuel Masters to remain unbeaten.
PBA Replay: Meralco Bolts vs Phoenix Fuel Masters (February 21, 2016)
Merlaco Bolts outlasted Phoenix Fuel Masters to stay unbeaten in the Commissioner’s cup of Philippine Baskeball Association.
The Bolts used a balanced offense to continue their surprise run in the conference. Meralco Bolt’s import, Arinze Onuaku, led the way for the Bolts with 17 points and grabbing 18 boards. He got some good support from the locals too, with rookie, Chris Newsome chipping in 16 points and Gilas guard, Garry David contributing 13 points.
Fuel Masters was leading 12 points at the first half, behind their hot shooting from downtown, who is led by RR Garcia. But, Meralco Bolts fight to erase the 12 point deficit after halftime.
It was a tight game afterwards, with both team answering each others basket. Kelly Nabong sank in a put back to give Meralco Bolts the lead 79-69. With the game tied at 86 with 45.5 seconds left. Jared Dillinger buried a trey to give the Bolts the lead, 89-86.
Phoenix Fuel Master got their chance to tie the game with two seconds left. However, Josh Urbiztondo’s three was contested and blocked by Onuaku. The fuel Masters was lead by RR Garcia who finished with 15 points. 11 came from the first quarter.
Last night’s game, featured one of the heaviest match up in the league, Ken Bono versus Beau Belga. Merlaco’s comebacking big man, Ken Bono, stood his ground and won the match up against Rain or Shine’s, banger Beau Belga.
The former, UAAP MVP and Adamson’s player finished with nine points on 3-of-4 shooting in just ten minutes of playing. His best game so far, after suiting up for the Meralco Bolts this conference. Incidentally, it was his first points in six years. Ken Bono last played in the PBA last December 5, 2010, suiting up for Barako Bull, which is now known as Phoenix Fuel Masters.
The two heavyweights dazzled the crowd everytime the two of them get a chance to defend one another. Ken Bono and Beau Belga were banging bodies all night. After wining the matchup against Belga, Bono credits the practices they made, where he guarded their import, Arinze Onuaku. He said it helped him prepare against their match up.
He was once an immovable force during his college days and prime. His weight was never an issue with him, he’s a big man with a nice stroke from outside. You can still see that in his game today. Although, his current weight is not an issue to him. He is still putting up some work to shred off some pounds.
