63jili PBA: Veteran RJ Jazul sparks Phoenix breakthrough

Veteran guard RJ Jazul steps up in Phoenix’s first win in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.–PBA IMAGES

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MANILA, Philippines—In dire need of a win, losing a fifth consecutive time was not an option for Phoenix on Tuesday.

As the Fuel Masters’ most seasoned veteran, RJ Jazul knew he had to do something about it.

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“After four games, I think we learned our lesson,” said Jazul.

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“We really needed that win, whatever thing we can do or what I can do to help, I had to do it, we can’t go 0-5.”

Jazul came off the bench and gave Phoenix a big lift in toppling erstwhile unbeaten NorthPort, 115-109, in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

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The 38-year-old Jazul, who is in his 14th season in the league, turned back the clock and finished with 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting from the field, including three triples, and five assists.

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His efforts certainly didn’t go unnoticed.

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“You just have to give credit to the players, especially to the veterans like the one on my left, Jazul,” said Phoenix coach Jamike Jarin, whose squad drew a game-high 32 points from Donovan Smith and 24 from Jason Perkins.

“Finally, we got this win. This is big. We really need to climb back. We’re 1-4 right now and we need to work hard to get our next win on Thursday.”

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Phoenix battles Converge on Thursday at the same venue before the clash between TNT and Blackwater. The FiberXers turned back the NLEX Road Warriors, 102-91, in the first game.

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