Rain or Shine survives NLEX in OT; RHJ monster 29-25 double-double tows TNT past Magnolia

MANILA, Philippines – Rain or Shine returned to its winning ways in the 2024 PBA Governors’ Cup after surviving NLEX in overtime, 123-114, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium on Tuesday, September 17.

The Elasto Painters overcame a 49-point explosion by new Road Warriors import DeQuan Jones as they bounced back big following a forgettable 22-point loss to Ginebra last Friday, September 13.

“Good test for us, this is a good experience. We have to learn how to win close games,” said Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao.

“I don’t know how we survived their import. He played a monster game, 49 points. Maybe he just got tired in the end,” Guiao said of Jones, who was tapped to replace former NLEX import Myke Henry.

Sharpshooting guard Anton Asistio delivered his finest game of the conference as he led Rain or Shine in the scoring department with 25 points on an impressive 5-of-7 shooting from long distance.

Rain or Shine import Aaron Fuller also posted his usual, monster double-double stat line of 23 points and 25 rebounds as th