Converge FiberXers’ Alec Stockton throughout a PBA Philippine Cup sport in opposition to NorthPort Batang Pier. –PBA IMAGES
MANILA, Philippines—Of their earlier sport in opposition to Ginebra within the PBA Philippine Cup, Converge FiberXers–together with star Alec Stockton–struggled in probably their worst offensive sport of the convention.
However on Friday, Stockton made certain to keep away from a repeat, exploding for 33 factors to spark Converge’s assertion win over Northport, 111-92.
In opposition to Ginebra, Stockton tallied simply eight factors on a 2-of-10 taking pictures clip–a far cry from his regular offensive displaying for the FiberXers.
Why is Alec Stockton so jolly? 😄
Effectively, of their final sport vs. Ginebra, he solely had 8 pts whereas going 2/10 from the sector.
Tonight vs. Northport, he received his rhythm with 33 pts whereas sinking 5 buckets from deep. | @MeloFuertesINQ pic.twitter.com/fbOkM2XE4V
— INQUIRER Sports activities (@INQUIRERSports) Might 16, 2025
“Truthfully, I wanted to bounce again from that sport in opposition to Ginebra. I’m simply grateful we received the W in the present day,” stated a beaming Stockton.
“For me, it’s not in regards to the factors. I’m simply glad my pictures had been stepping into in the present day and I received my rhythm. For us, it’s about grinding it out and ensuring we come out the win.”
Stockton exploded on offense, ending simply three factors shy of tying his career-high of 36. He added three assists, three rebounds and two steals to maintain the Batang Pier at bay.
This time, Stockton reminded everybody how a lot of a dynamite he’s on offense, sinking 11-of-21 for a blistering 52.4 p.c taking pictures clip.
Because the PBA playoff race nears its fever pitch, although, Stockton has no room to have fun his hot-shooting evening. The 2-way guard is holding his focus in verify to push Converge to a different post-season look.
“We’re not near the place we need to be however we’ll maintain progressing, attempt to get a playoff spot and work from there,” stated Stockton.
Subsequent up for the FiberXers is an affair with red-hot NLEX on Friday on the identical venue.
