After draining four three-pointers to score a game-high 21, the former UP player also grabbed five rebounds and dished out three assists, capping the win with a put-back in the last minute of the game.

Niigata had a comfortable lead for most of the game thanks to a dominating first quarter in which they climbed by two digits, 23-11.

The solid build-up of Niigata is also powered by Rosco Allen putting up monster numbers for the team. He finished with 23 points, eight rebounds, and four assists.

However, San-En was able to catch up as they closed the gap to three points, 45-42, thanks to a Ravena three-pointer with 5:31 minutes left in the shot clock yet that quarter ended in favor of Niigata with 11 points lead, 61-50.

On the other hand, Ravena did his part and registered 16 points, two rebounds, four assists, and two steals.

San-En made many comeback attempts, but Niigata was always ready with a counter for every NeoPhoenix run, thereby ending the game with 13 points lead, 77-64.

And as Niigata won, they stand in a 2-1 win-loss standing while San-En falls to 1-2.