NLEX Road Warriors defeat Phoenix Fuel Masters in PBA quarterfinals

The NLEX Road Warriors secured a 124-117 victory over the Phoenix Fuel Masters in Game 2 of their PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals series at the Ynares Center. The win gives NLEX a 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series, placing them one step closer to a semifinals appearance.

NLEX relied on strong performances from Robert Bolick and Schonny Winston, who both scored 31 points. Import Deonte Burton contributed 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 steals. The game remained competitive throughout, with NLEX pulling away in the fourth quarter after a nine-point run that broke a 101-101 tie.

Phoenix showed resilience despite the loss, led by players such as Ricci Rivero, Kai Ballungay, and Marcellus Earlington. The Fuel Masters remained within striking distance until the final minutes, but NLEX managed to hold their lead to secure the win.