MANILA, Philippines — San Juan flaunted its depth and power in a 95-65 drubbing of Mindoro last Tuesday, grabbing the solo lead in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Sixth Season elimination round at the Strike Gym in Bacoor, Cavite.
Meanwhile, newcomer Abra displayed its potential with a 94-68 demolition of Manila SV Batang Sampaloc in the nightcap.
Caloocan trounced Bicolandia, 98-86, in the opener to raise its record to 5-1.
All but one of the 13 Knights fielded by Sen. Jinggoy Estrada scored as the Knights secured their seventh win in as many starts.
San Juan, the MPBL Datu Cup champion, overtook the 6-0 slates of Nueva Ecija, Quezon and Biñan.
Michael Calisaan paced a balanced San Juan offense with 16 points, nine rebounds and three assists, followed by Marwin Taywan with 15 points and seven rebounds.