Ginebra guard Stephen Holt throughout a sport in opposition to NLEX within the PBA Governors’ Cup.-PBA IMAGES
MANILA, Philippines—Barangay Ginebra guard Stephen Holt had one factor in thoughts within the Gin Kings’ conquer NLEX in Group B of the PBA Governors’ Cup at Araneta Coliseum on Tuesday night time.
Aiming to bounce again after a surprising setback to Blackwater on Friday, Ginebra coach Tim Cone had one instruction for Holt and the Gin Kings in opposition to the Highway Warriors.
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“From the soar, coach wished us to be aggressive on each ends of the ground as gamers and as a staff and I wished to set the tone defensively,” stated Holt after Ginebra’s 119-91 romp of NLEX.
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“I’m right here to win and do no matter coach tells me to do. I had an excellent offensive sport tonight [too]. I do know it gained’t be like that each single sport however on the finish of the day, it’s all about your mindset in being aggressive on each ends of the ground.”
Holt did extra than simply that.
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Except for serving as one in all Ginebra’s defensive anchors by limiting NLEX import Myke Henry to only 16 factors, Holt additionally induced issues for the Highway Warriors in different areas with 26 factors, 11 rebounds and 6 assists.
The reigning Rookie of the 12 months, nonetheless, clarified that offering the offensive firepower wasn’t even his main aim with taking part in very good protection being his essential goal for the Gin Kings.
“I simply assume which you could see the little issues highlighted much more,” stated Holt.
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“I used to be a very good defender in Terrafirma however I believe with this staff, my protection is highlighted much more by defending imports and simply being a staff participant.”
Ginebra’s different guards Maverick Ahanmisi, Scottie Thompson and rookie RJ Abarrientos additionally received it going offensively because the three mixed for 58 factors.
Holt’s stellar efficiency additionally allowed Justin Brownlee to take it simple. Brownlee, who erupted for a career-high 51 factors final week, chipped in 13 factors.
The previous Dyip standout and Ginebra look to maintain their successful methods after they face Phoenix on Friday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
