Hotshots survive Beermen’s late run, steal Game 1

The Star leaned on Aldrech Ramos’ huge triple in the closing seconds to escape with a thrilling 109-105 win over San Miguel Beer to take Game 1 of their best-of-five semifinals on Saturday in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Season 42 Commissioner’s Cup at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

The 6’7 forward hit the crucial three-pointer at the top of the key to give the Hotshots the breathing room, 108-104, as the Beermen battled back from a double-digit deficit in the final three minutes that fell short.