Vic Manuel came up big in the endgame as the Alaska Aces stretched their winning streak to three games in the 2020 PBA Philippine Cup while handing the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters their first loss in an 89-88 decision Thursday at the Angeles University Foundation Sports Arena.
Manuel scored six points in the final two minutes to secure the Aces' win.
Rain or Shine had a chance to get the victory after forcing a turnover in the last 7.3 seconds. However, Rey Nambatac's drive missed at the buzzer.
Alaska improves to 3-2 in the standings while Rain or Shine stands at 3-1.