TNT continued to extend its dominance in the PBA 3×3 Second Conference by claiming a third straight leg title on Tuesday with a 21-12 rout of Cavitex at the Ayala Malls Fairview Terraces.
Almond Vosotros returned to his explosive form, top-scoring with 12 points to lead the Triple Giga, making them the first franchise to win three consecutive legs in a single conference.
Chester Saldua contributed four points, while Ping Exciminiano and Gryann Mendoza combined for five points in a victory worth an additional P100,000 for TNT.
Under the guidance of Coach Mau Belen, the team emerged undefeated in five games for Leg 3.
Vosotros made a crucial two-pointer with 6:20 remaining in the finals, initiating a 6-0 run by TNT to break free from a tightly contested game and secure a 12-6 lead.
Fittingly, it was Vosotros who concluded the match by sinking the game-winning two-pointer in the final 11 seconds.
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Marion Magat led Cavitex with six points, finishing as the runner-up behind TNT for the second time in the last three legs.
The Braves, coached by Kyles Lao, earned P50,000 in prize money for their efforts.
TNT advanced to the championship round by defeating Northport 18-15 in the quarterfinals and narrowly edging out Pioneer Elastoseal 21-18 in the semifinals.
On the other hand, Cavitex defeated Purefoods 20-14 to reach the semifinals, where they secured a thrilling 21-19 victory over Meralco, earning them a spot in the championship game against TNT.
In the battle for third place, Meralco secured P30,000 with a 21-16 victory over Pioneer Elastoseal.
The Scores
TNT (21) – Vosotros 12, Saldua 4, Exciminiano 3, Mendoza 2.
Cavitex (12) – Magat 6, Ighalo 4, Gonzaga 1, Galanza 1.
