JACKPOT ang Ginebra sa Rookie na ito! SHOWTIME si RJ Abarrientos Pakitang Gilas kay Coach Tim Debut!
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Barangay Ginebra Wins Exhibition Match Against New Taipei Kings
Barangay Ginebra defeated the defending champion New Taipei Kings in an exhibition match held in Macao on July 31, 2024. The game was part of the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Macao’s establishment as a Special Administrative Region of China.
Ginebra was missing several key players due to injury, including Scotty Thomson, Jamie Malonzo, and Jeremiah Grey. Justin Brownlee was also absent due to his commitment to the Indonesian national team. Despite these absences, Ginebra was able to secure a 91-87 victory over the Kings.
Rookie RJ Abarrientos had a standout performance for Ginebra, scoring 10 points in the third quarter alone. He also contributed several assists and rebounds throughout the game. Another Ginebra rookie, Paul Garcia, also played well, scoring several key points down the stretch.
The win was a positive sign for Ginebra heading into the upcoming season. The team’s young players showed promise, and the team was able to overcome adversity to defeat a strong opponent.