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 evening.
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 Street Warriors.
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“From the leap, coach needed us to be aggressive on each ends of the ground as gamers and as a workforce and I needed to set the tone defensively,” mentioned 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 a terrific offensive sport tonight [too]. I do know it received’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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Apart from serving as considered one of Ginebra’s defensive anchors by limiting NLEX import Myke Henry to only 16 factors, Holt additionally brought on issues for the Street Warriors in different areas with 26 factors, 11 rebounds and 6 assists.
The reigning Rookie of the Yr, nonetheless, clarified that offering the offensive firepower wasn’t even his major objective with enjoying excellent protection being his principal goal for the Gin Kings.
“I simply assume which you could see the little issues highlighted much more,” mentioned Holt.
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“I used to be an excellent defender in Terrafirma however I feel with this workforce, my protection is highlighted much more by defending imports and simply being a workforce participant.”
Ginebra’s different guards Maverick Ahanmisi, Scottie Thompson and rookie RJ Abarrientos additionally bought 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 profitable methods after they face Phoenix on Friday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
