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VETERAN. Chris Ross in action for the San Miguel Beermen in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup.
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Chris Ross, 40, proves his worth as San Miguel returns to the All-Filipino finals and gets a crack at denying TNT a rare Grand Slam
MANILA, Philippines – San Miguel turned to veteran Chris Ross to pull off a 100-93 comeback win over Barangay Ginebra in the do-or-die Game 7 of their PBA Philippine Cup semifinals at the Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday, July 9.
Ross, 40, scattered 10 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter and made big plays one after the other down the stretch as the Beermen returned to the All-Filipino finals to get a crack at denying TNT a rare Grand Slam.
The best-of-seven title duel kicks off on Sunday, July 13, at the same venue.
It was a redemption for Ross after he rode the bench for the entire Game 6, which the Gin Kings stole behind an LA Tenorio game-winner to force a sudden death.
Seeing action for over 28 minutes this time, Ross — who also finished with 7 assists, 4 steals, and 3 rebounds — scored 8 points in a pivotal 17-9 run that allowed San Miguel to pull away after holding a measly 81-80 lead.
“Chris Ross was not able to play last game and I approached him and I told him I’m so sorry for what happened. I’m so guilty at the time,” said Beermen head coach Leo Austria.
“I know him, he’s a playoff guy,” added Austria. “He wants to win. He’s very infectious with his teammates. He initiated all the things that happened in the game.”
June Mar Fajardo delivered 21 points, 19 rebounds, and 2 blocks for the Beermen, who will get a chance to complete their unfinished business after falling short of their Philippine Cup title defense against Meralco last season.
The Scores
San Miguel 100 – Fajardo 21, Ross 19, Perez 15, Tautuaa 14, Trollano 10, Tiongson 6, Brondial 6, Lassiter 5, Cruz 4.
Barangay Ginebra 93 – Malonzo 22, Thompson 16, Abarrientos 16, Rosario 15, Holt 12, J.Aguilar 12, David 0, Ahanmisi 0, Tenorio 0.
Quarters: 17-23, 45-44, 66-73, 100-93.
– Rappler.com
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