Camsur boosts hopes to reach NBL playoffs

MANILA, Philippines — Camsur swept its home games over the weekend to solidify its chances for a playoff spot in the National Basketball League (NBL) Season 2.

The Express beat the Dasmariñas Ballers in overtime, 86-83, last Sunday, and won over the Zamboanga Valientes, 91-64, last Saturday to sweep their home games at the Jesse M. Robredo Coliseum in Naga City.

With the victories, CamSur ended the eliminations at seventh place with a 9-5 card and moved closer to clinching a spot in the playoffs. The top eight teams at the end of the eliminations will advance to the playoffs.

Ronn Romana had 20 points and buried a triple with 17.3 seconds left in overtime to take the lead for the Express. Mark Sornet missed a three on the next possession, allowing the Ballers to seal the win.

Leonel Barde scored 25 points and shot 11-of-18 from the field in the Express’ victory over the Valientes.

In other results, CJ Gania had 25 points and 20 rebounds as the Pampanga Delta beat the Valientes, 98-81, to improve their card to 10-3, tying the Taguig Generals at second place in the standings.