Manila, Philippines –Robert Bolick delivered a sensational four-pointer in the final minute to power the NLEX Road Warriors to a hard-fought 95-85 victory over the Terrafirma Dyip in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner's Cup on Monday night at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The win snapped a two-game skid for NLEX and improved their record to 3-2 in the conference.
Bolick's heroics came with under 60 seconds left when he connected from the four-point line, extending NLEX's lead to 91-85. According to a post from GMASportsPH on X, Bolick sank the biggest basket of the night to lead NLEX to the win over a no-quit Terrafirma squad.
The dagger four-pointer capped a 20-point performance for Bolick, who also dished out seven assists and grabbed five rebounds. For more Philippine basketball updates, check out the sports section at PinoyPulse: [Philippine Sports](https://pinoypulse.com/category/sports).
Terrafirma, which dropped to 1-4, fought back from a 12-point deficit in the fourth quarter behind the efforts of import Brandon Edwards and local guard Juan Gomez de Liano. Edwards finished with 28 points and 14 rebounds, while Gomez de Liano added 18 points, including two four-pointers of his own.
The Dyip briefly took a 85-84 lead with 2:30 remaining after a key basket by Edwards, but NLEX tightened its defense. A defensive stop by Anthony Semerad led to a fastbreak opportunity that set up Bolick's game-sealing four-pointer.Bolick's shot was described by OneSportsPHL on X as a solid four-pointer against Terrafirma in the final minute.
NLEX head coach Johnny Yap praised his team's composure under pressure. "We knew Terrafirma would not give up, and they really pushed us to the limit. But Robert stepped up when it mattered most," Yap said in the post-game press conference.
The Road Warriors also got significant contributions from Kierre Galinato, who scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, and Semerad, who added 12 points and three steals. NLEX shot 47% from the field and forced 14 turnovers, which translated into 18 fastbreak points.
Terrafirma head coach Johnedel Cardel acknowledged the loss was tough but saw positives in his team's fight. "We competed until the end. We just need to close out games better. Bolick's four-pointer was a tough shot, but we have to give him credit," Cardel said.
The game marked the first meeting between the two teams this conference. NLEX is looking to secure a top-four finish to gain a twice-to-beat advantage in the quarterfinals, while Terrafirma aims to climb out of the standings basement.
For Filipino basketball fans, Bolick's clutch performance underscores the growing importance of the four-point line in the PBA. Introduced in Season 49, the four-pointer has added a new strategic dimension, as highlighted by this tightly contested match.
According to a Facebook post from OneSportsPHL, Bolick scored another dagger for NLEX with a solid four-pointer against Terrafirma in the final minute. The post has since garnered over 10,000 reactions and 500 shares.
NLEX's win also keeps them in the hunt for a playoff spot, with six games remaining in the elimination round. The Road Warriors will face the top-seeded San Miguel Beermen next, while Terrafirma will take on the Blackwater Bossing.
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This victory is significant for Filipino basketball enthusiasts, as it showcases the rise of players like Bolick, who are redefining clutch play in the league. The four-point line, already a game-changer, adds excitement and unpredictability to every possession—a trend that resonates with fans across the Philippines and the global Filipino diaspora.
