Harper, Pringle push GlobalPort past Meralco

The GlobalPort Batang Pier churned out 33 big points in the fourth quarter to defeat the Meralco Bolts, 94-86, on Wednesday at the MOA Arena in the elimination round of the 2017 PBA Commissioner's Cup.

Down 65-61 heading into the final frame, GlobalPort finished the game with a 33-21 blast to deal Meralco the loss.

Import Justin Harper had 30 big points with nine boards, while Sean Anthony was effective off the bench for 18 markers and eight rebounds.

Stanley Pringle, meanwhile, chipped in 16 points, eight assists, and seven boards, while Mike Cortez finished the game with 13 in a starting role.

Alex Stepheson poured in 19 points with 27 rebounds for the bolts, while Justin Chua surprised with 16 points in 23 minutes.

Jared Dilliner scored 14 markers, while Baser Amer added 11 off the bench. Chris Newsome had an of night, hitting just eight points off a 2 of 12 clip from the field. — BAP, GMA News