For a change, Terrafirma began a conference in victorious fashion after dealing Titan Ultra a sound 112-82 beating to start off the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Wednesday evening.
Taking on a team that’s become younger by trading Calvin Abueva, the Dyip seized control in the middle quarters en route to winning a tournament opener for the first time since the Season 49 Philippine Cup against Phoenix last April 5.
After racing to a 12-point edge at the half, the charges of Coach Ronald Tubid pressed their foot on the gas further in the third, erupting for 37 big points for an 89-62 advantage that left the Giant Risers gasping for air, never to recover.
Jerrick Ahanmisi starred in the triumph with 26 points, seven assists, and five steals to lead Terrafirma to its first win since a 97-91 victory over NLEX back in the Season 50 Philippine Cup last October 12 in Antipolo.
