MPBL South Division Finals Locked at 1-1 After Huskers Win
Quezon Province defeated Biñan Tatak Gel 74-54, leveling their best-of-five MPBL South Division Finals series at one game apiece. Alvin Abundo scored eight fourth-quarter points as the Huskers answered their nine-point defeat during the series opener.
Quezon Beats Biñan by 20 Points to Level South Finals
Tiebreaker Times covered Quezon’s Game 2 victory, which followed Biñan’s 83-74 triumph during the South Finals series opener. Biñan had closed Game 1 with an 18-2 fourth-quarter run before Quezon responded with a 20-point victory at home.
The Huskers eventually built their largest advantage to 21 points, forcing the best-of-five divisional finals into a 1-1 tie. Abundo led Quezon with 14 points and two assists, including eight points during the decisive fourth quarter against Biñan.
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Abundo Scores Eight Fourth-Quarter Points for Huskers
Abundo helped Quezon produce an 11-point fourth-quarter run that extended its advantage to 71-50 with 4:23 remaining. His eight points during the final period highlighted a 14-point performance that earned him SportsPlus Best Player honors.
Biñan Erases Early Deficit With 11-0 First-Half Run
Quezon established a 16-11 opening-period advantage after Joshua Yerro answered Renzo Subido’s three-pointer with another successful attempt from deep. The Huskers extended their lead to 31-17 during the second quarter before Biñan responded with 11 unanswered points.
Nic Cabanero connected on two three-pointers during the run, while Pamboy Raymundo added another successful shot from beyond the arc. Those three consecutive triples reduced Quezon’s advantage to 31-30 before Jolo Manansala scored inside for the Huskers.
Manansala Stops Tatak Gel Rally Before Halftime
Manansala’s basket restored Quezon’s advantage to 33-30 after Biñan had reduced a 14-point deficit to only one point. The Huskers carried that response forward before creating another significant scoring run during the third quarter against Tatak Gel.
Quezon Pulls Away With 11-2 Third-Quarter Run
Quezon created another double-digit advantage after halftime, using an 11-2 scoring run to establish greater separation from Biñan. The Huskers moved ahead 46-33 with 5:26 remaining during the third quarter after surviving Tatak Gel’s earlier comeback.
Abundo later scored eight fourth-quarter points as Quezon expanded its advantage before completing the 74-54 Game 2 victory. Three other Huskers reached double figures, giving Quezon four players with at least 10 points during the series-leveling performance.
Balanced Scoring Supports Huskers in Game 2 Victory
Cholo Anonuevo recorded 10 points, nine rebounds, and two assists, narrowly missing a double-double during Quezon’s Game 2 victory. Yerro added 10 points, eight rebounds, and two assists, while Manansala contributed 10 points, six boards, and two assists.
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Biñan Falls Short With Only One Double-Digit Scorer
Cabanero led Biñan with 15 points and four rebounds after helping Tatak Gel erase Quezon’s sizable first-half advantage. He became Biñan’s only double-digit scorer during Game 2 as the team finished 20 points behind the Huskers.
Kenny Rocacurva followed Cabanero with eight points, finishing as Tatak Gel’s second-highest scorer during the South Finals defeat. Biñan’s 54-point total came one game after scoring 83 during its nine-point victory over Quezon in the series opener.
Cabanero Leads Tatak Gel With 15 Points
Cabanero’s 15 points included two three-pointers during Biñan’s 11-0 second-quarter run that reduced Quezon’s lead to 31-30. However, no other Tatak Gel player reached double figures as the Huskers eventually rebuilt their advantage after halftime.
South Finals Shift to Biñan Tied at One Game Apiece
Quezon’s victory tied the best-of-five South Division Finals at 1-1 after the teams exchanged decisive results across two games. Biñan won the opener by nine points before Quezon responded with a 20-point victory during the following matchup.
Game 3 will move to Alonte Sports Arena in Biñan, Laguna, with the series reduced to a best-of-three contest. The winner will move within one victory of reaching the MPBL Finals before the South Division series continues into Game 4.
Game 3 Moves Series to Alonte Sports Arena
Quezon and Biñan will enter Game 3 with one victory each after producing contrasting results during the opening two contests. The next meeting shifts to Alonte Sports Arena, where either team can move within one victory of the MPBL Finals.
Analytical Breakdown: Quezon’s Defensive Adjustments Turn Series Around
Quezon’s biggest improvement was preventing another fourth-quarter collapse by maintaining defensive discipline and responding aggressively whenever Biñan threatened momentum. Playoff series reward quick adjustments, and the Huskers successfully corrected problems that allowed Biñan to control Game 1’s closing stretch. Quezon’s balanced scoring creates another advantage because Biñan cannot comfortably concentrate defensive attention toward one primary offensive creator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score between Quezon and Biñan?
Quezon Province defeated Biñan Tatak Gel 74-54 in Game 2, leveling the MPBL South Division Finals series.
What is the Quezon-Biñan series score?
The best-of-five MPBL South Division Finals is tied 1-1 after Quezon and Biñan split their opening two games.
Who led Quezon in Game 2?
Alvin Abundo led Quezon with 14 points and two assists, including eight points during the decisive fourth quarter.
Who led Biñan in scoring?
Nic Cabanero led Biñan with 15 points and four rebounds, becoming Tatak Gel’s only double-digit scorer during Game 2.
Where will Quezon and Biñan play Game 3?
Game 3 will be played at Alonte Sports Arena in Biñan, Laguna, with the South Finals tied 1-1.
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