Anong SUNOD para sa NLEX? Masyadong Tiwala sa Rookie, Nilaglag ng SMB | Ang Tulong ni Robert Bolick

NLEX showed heart and competitiveness against the top-seeded San Miguel Beer, largely powered by Robert Bolick’s elite scoring and leadership, but ultimately fell short due to mismatches, especially against Junmar Fajardo, and questionable late-game decisions. San Miguel’s winning formula—anchored by Junmar, the energy and versatility of Rodney Brondial, the scoring punch of CJ Perez, and strong bench contributions from Jericho Cruz and Don Trollano—proved too much, particularly in the second half. While NLEX stayed afloat through Bolick’s brilliance, their lack of a clear team identity, reliable interior presence, floor spacing, and established chemistry was exposed, especially with the risky decision to insert rookie Ljay Gonzales in crucial clutch moments. Moving forward, NLEX’s next step should focus on continuity, defined roles, acquiring a dependable center to pair with Bolick, and building a roster mix that complements their star guard rather than overlapping skill sets. ═══════════════════════ This video is edited under by Fair Use Law of YouTube. No Copyright Infringement is intended. Credits to the owner of the images, video clips, etc.