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Barangay Ginebra Loses Game 2 to San Miguel Beermen in Overtime
The Barangay Ginebra San Miguel fell to the San Miguel Beermen in Game 2 of their PBA Governors’ Cup semifinal series on October 12, 2024. The game went into overtime, with the Beermen eventually winning 114-111.
Maverick Ahanmisi Shines in Defeat
Despite the loss, Barangay Ginebra’s Maverick Ahanmisi had a stellar performance. He scored 28 points, including six three-pointers, and was crucial in helping the team stay in the game. Ahanmisi’s clutch free throws sent the game into overtime.
Coach Tim Cone’s Controversial Decision
However, Barangay Ginebra head coach Tim Cone’s decision to pull Ahanmisi out of the game in favor of RJ Abarientos in overtime proved to be controversial. Many fans and analysts questioned the move, as Ahanmisi was playing well and the team was struggling to score.
Dependence on Maverick Ahanmisi
The game highlighted Barangay Ginebra’s over-reliance on Ahanmisi. When he was out of the game, the team struggled to find offense. This is something that Cone will need to address going forward.
RJ Abarientos, who replaced Ahanmisi in overtime, had a mixed performance. He scored 10 points but struggled defensively. Abarientos is a young player with a lot of potential, but he needs to improve his defense if he wants to be a regular contributor in the PBA.
Coach Tim Cone Takes Responsibility
After the game, Coach Cone admitted that his decision to pull Ahanmisi out of the game was a mistake. He also said that the team needs to improve their defense, especially in crucial situations.
Barangay Ginebra Looks Ahead to Game 3
With the series now tied at 1-1, Barangay Ginebra will be looking to bounce back in Game 3. They will need to play better defense and find more scoring options if they want to advance to the finals.
Overall, Game 2 was a thrilling contest that showcased the best and worst of both teams. Barangay Ginebra will need to learn from their mistakes and make adjustments if they want to win the series.
