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MPBL: Muntinlupa averts sweep, downs Batangas in close finish

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Allan Mangahas tallied 23 points and 9 assists, and Dave Moralde made the game-winning basket, as the Muntinlupa Cagers—Angelis Resort defeated the Batangas Athletics—Tanduay 82-77 in Game 3 of the MPBL Anta Rajah Cup finals at Muntinlupa Sports Complex on Tuesday.The Athletics still lead the best-of-5 championship series 2-1.Muntinlupa started the game on fire, putting up an 18-1 lead in the opening 5 minutes and keeping Batangas at bay most of the next 2 quarters.In the fourth, it was Batangas that found its shot, closing the gap to 79-77 on a 3-point play by Paul Varilla with 49 seconds to go.But Moralde came to the rescue for the home team, making a well-defended turnaround jumper with 31 seconds on the clock that secured the win in front of the Cagers&#x27; loud supporters.Pari Llagas added 19 points for Muntinlupa, while Moralde and Chito Jaime chipped in 10 each.Kier Quinto led Batangas with 14 points, while Jhaymo Eguilos contributed 12 points and 12 rebounds.<div>For more sports coverage, visit the <a href="http://sports.abs-cbn.com">ABS-CBN Sports website</a>.</div>

Allan Mangahas scored 23 points, to lead the Muntinlupa Cagers—Angelis Resort beat Batangas Athletics—Tanduay 82-77 in Game 3 of the Anta Rajah Cup finals Tuesday.

Allan Mangahas scored 23 points, to lead the Muntinlupa Cagers—Angelis Resort beat Batangas Athletics—Tanduay 82-77 in Game 3 of the Anta Rajah Cup finals Tuesday.