Ginebra guard Stephen Holt tries to attain in opposition to Magnolia within the PBA Philippine Cup.–PBA IMAGES
MANILA, Philippines—Stephen Holt stepped up for Ginebra when the highlight hit the brightest within the newest chapter of “Manila Clasico,” within the PBA Philippine Cup.
After a forgettable sport on Friday in opposition to Meralco, Holt recovered in one of the best ways potential to push the Gin Kings to an 85-81 nail-biter over Magnolia at Araneta Coliseum on Sunday night time.
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What higher solution to bounce again than in Manila Clasico?
Stephen Holt helps Ginebra get better after their loss by the hands of Meralco and he did it on the expense of league rival, Magnolia. @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/oyuHf6iHzX
— Rommel Fuertes Jr. (@MeloFuertesINQ) June 1, 2025
“We confirmed our true character at the moment, bouncing again from adversity and I’m so pleased with our guys,” stated Holt.
“Individually, I simply needed to have an effect on totally different aspects of the sport like driving to the basket and taking pictures with out hesitation. I assumed, tonight, I nonetheless had some open seems to be I may’ve knocked down.”
Holt had a stinker of a sport in Ginebra’s 82-73 loss by the hands of Meralco ending with three factors and 4 rebounds. To make issues worse, Holt misfired on all of his 9 makes an attempt from the sphere.
Within the PBA’s premier rivalry, although, Holt redeemed himself with 14 factors and 7 rebounds.
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The reigning Rookie of the 12 months additionally helped Ginebra enhance to a 6-3 card whereas shaking down the earlier solo chief Magnolia at 7-3.
The 2-way guard gave credit score to his fellow Gin Kings within the win that gave them an enormous momentum increase because the playoff race heats up.
“I simply give credit score to my teammates who give me confidence to proceed being aggressive to take my pictures and be nice on the defensive finish.”
Searching for a twice-to-beat edge within the playoffs, Gin Kings conflict with rival TNT on Sunday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
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