Jordan Murphy Leads Gin Kings Past Beermen in Decisive Game
Barangay Ginebra eliminated San Miguel, 110-94, after dominating the fourth quarter of their deciding PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal game. Jordan Murphy scored 31 points as the Gin Kings advanced to a best-of-five semifinal series against defending champion TNT.
Ginebra Eliminates San Miguel With Game 5 Victory
Paolo Ambat of One Sports reported that Ginebra secured the final semifinal berth after surviving San Miguel’s quarterfinal comeback. The Gin Kings had won the series’ first two games before the Beermen responded with consecutive victories forcing Game 5.
Ginebra opened the decider with a 26-20 advantage before San Miguel recovered and carried a 57-49 halftime lead. The Beermen remained ahead 80-76 entering the fourth quarter after controlling significant portions of the middle two periods.
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Gin Kings Overcome 13-Point Third-Quarter Deficit
San Miguel stretched its advantage to 76-63 during the third quarter, establishing its largest lead of the elimination game. Ginebra responded before the period ended, cutting the deficit to four points and creating a manageable fourth-quarter situation.
Ginebra Dominates San Miguel in Fourth Quarter
The Gin Kings transformed the game during the fourth quarter, outscoring San Miguel 34-14 after entering the period behind. Ginebra’s decisive run turned a four-point deficit into a 19-point advantage before San Miguel could recover its earlier control.
Scottie Thompson helped ignite the turnaround before Nards Pinto and RJ Abarrientos contributed during Ginebra’s game-breaking fourth-quarter surge. San Miguel import George King later fouled out with 5:13 remaining, further limiting the Beermen during the closing stretch.
Gin Kings Pull Away With Decisive Fourth-Quarter Run
Ginebra produced a 25-2 run during the fourth quarter, transforming the deciding game after San Miguel had controlled the scoreboard. The Gin Kings eventually reached a 101-82 advantage before completing their 16-point series-clinching victory at Ynares Center Antipolo.
Jordan Murphy Leads Ginebra With 31 Points
Murphy finished with 31 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks while leading Ginebra’s scoring during the winner-take-all quarterfinal game. His double-double provided the Gin Kings with their highest scoring total while supporting their comeback from San Miguel’s double-digit advantage.
Thompson delivered 29 points, eight rebounds and five steals, giving Ginebra another major performance during the series-clinching victory. The former PBA Most Valuable Player combined with Murphy for 60 points, accounting for more than half Ginebra’s scoring total.
Murphy and Thompson Combine for 60 Points
Murphy and Thompson combined for 60 points while producing Ginebra’s two highest individual scoring totals during the deciding contest. Their combined production accompanied Ginebra’s fourth-quarter turnaround after San Miguel threatened to complete its comeback from two games behind.
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RJ Abarrientos Adds 19 Points in Series Clincher
Abarrientos contributed 19 points, five assists and four rebounds as Ginebra completed its comeback against San Miguel during Game 5. His scoring gave the Gin Kings a third major offensive contributor alongside Murphy and Thompson throughout the quarterfinal series clincher.
Murphy, Thompson and Abarrientos combined for 79 of Ginebra’s 110 points, representing nearly 72 percent of the team’s scoring. Nards Pinto added nine points and two steals, providing another contribution during Ginebra’s decisive fourth-quarter run against the Beermen.
Ginebra Trio Accounts for 79 Points
Ginebra’s three leading scorers combined for 79 points while San Miguel received 31 points from import George King. June Mar Fajardo added 20 points for the Beermen, while CJ Perez contributed another 15 during the elimination defeat.
Ginebra Advances to PBA Semifinals Against TNT
The victory secured Ginebra’s 10th consecutive semifinal appearance and prevented San Miguel from completing its comeback from a 2-0 deficit. Ginebra had won Games 1 and 2 before San Miguel captured the next two contests and forced Tuesday’s decider.
The Gin Kings will next face defending champion TNT Tropang 5G in a best-of-five Governors’ Cup semifinal series. The matchup is scheduled to begin December 4 after the league pauses for the upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifying window.
Gin Kings Draw Defending Champion TNT in Semifinals
TNT represents Ginebra’s next postseason opponent after the Gin Kings secured the final available place in the semifinal round. Their best-of-five series follows Ginebra’s quarterfinal escape after San Miguel threatened to overturn the Gin Kings’ two-game series advantage.
Analytical Breakdown: Ginebra Must Start Stronger Against TNT
Ginebra’s fourth-quarter defense changed Game 5 by creating stops that fueled easier offense and prevented San Miguel from recovering. Thompson and Abarrientos complement Murphy effectively, giving Ginebra multiple creators capable of punishing different defensive adjustments throughout playoff games. Ginebra must start sharper against TNT because repeatedly overcoming double-digit deficits becomes increasingly difficult during an extended semifinal series.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Ginebra-San Miguel Game 5 score?
Barangay Ginebra defeated San Miguel, 110-94, in Game 5 of their PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal series.
Who led Ginebra against San Miguel?
Jordan Murphy led Ginebra with 31 points and 11 rebounds, while Scottie Thompson contributed another 29 points.
How many points did RJ Abarrientos score?
Abarrientos scored 19 points while adding five assists and four rebounds during Ginebra’s series-clinching victory over San Miguel.
How did Ginebra pull away from San Miguel?
Ginebra outscored San Miguel 34-14 during the fourth quarter after entering the final period trailing by four points.
Who will Ginebra face in the PBA semifinals?
Ginebra will face defending champion TNT Tropang 5G in a best-of-five PBA Governors’ Cup semifinal series.
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