Eastern Dominates Terrafirma with Insane 77-57 Second Half Blitz

The Eastern team unleashed its full fury in the second half to deliver a crushing blow to Terrafirma, winning the game 133-110 on Friday in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. The foreign guest squad completely overwhelmed the Dyip with their explosive second-half offense, outscoring them 77-57 on the way to the lopsided win.

This victory enabled Eastern to tie Converge and NorthPort at 7-3, and more importantly, secure a coveted playoff seat. The team's impressive performance was marked by 19 triples, with Ramon Cao standing out by knocking down five triples en route to a team-high 23 points. Kobey Lam added 20 points and 10 assists, while Steve Guinchard also had 20 points, highlighted by a remarkable 5-of-6 shooting from three-point land.

Hayden Blankley scored 16 points, Hao Zu added 13, and Yuet Yeung Pok netted 11 in a well-balanced scoring effort that showcased the team's depth and versatility. On the other hand, Brandon Edwards led the Dyip with 26 points and 17 rebounds, Aljun Melecio scored 17 points, and Stanley Pringle chipped in 16 points, nine boards, and eight assists.

Despite their best efforts, Terrafirma remained winless in 11 games, leaving them at the bottom of the standings. The team will need to regroup and reassess their strategy if they hope to turn their season around. For Eastern, the win is a significant boost to their morale and momentum, and they will look to build on this success as they move forward in the tournament.

The game was a thrilling display of skills and teamwork, with both sides giving it their all. However, in the end, Eastern's sheer firepower and determination proved too much for Terrafirma to handle. As the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup continues to unfold, fans can expect more exciting matches and intense competition from the participating teams.