Alas saves NLEX, bags quarterfinals slot

Kevin Alas came through with a spectacular performance in the last quarter as Northern Luzon Expressway (NLEX) recovered from a nine-point third quarter deficit to nip Blackwater, 93-90, on Sunday in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Season 43 Philippine Cup at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan.

Alas, who committed six frustrating turnovers in a win over Alaska last week, turned out to be a hero this time as he poured in a career-high 25 points points, including four of his crucial five three-pointers in the fourth period, plus eight rebounds and five assists to send the Road Warriors in the quarterfinals with a 6-4 win-loss record.