The Meralco Bolts faced a challenge in their journey through the East Asia Super League after a comeback victory by Busan KCC Egis.
Meralco, despite a double-digit lead, lost the match 72-68, impacting their standing in Group B and complicating their path to the Final Four.
The Meralco Bolts experienced a major setback in the East Asia Super League (EASL) after a surprise defeat by the Busan KCC Egis.
The game took place on Wednesday, resulting in Meralco’s 72-68 loss in South Korea.
Meralco had a strong lead but saw it slip away in the final moments, leaving them in a difficult position as they aim to reach the Final Four.
The match unfolded at the Sajik Gymnasium in Busan.
Meralco started strong, establishing a double-digit lead against their opponents. However, the home team, Busan KCC Egis, mounted a remarkable comeback.
This was largely driven by Heo Ung’s exceptional performance, scoring 31 points, including seven three-pointers. This performance was crucial in turning the game around for Busan.
