Blackwater’s George King and NLEX Road Warriors’ DeQuan Jones are dominating the scoreboard as two of the leading import scorers in the PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup eliminations.
Top 10 import scorers of the PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup eliminations. Photo © PBA, Art by Mitzi Solano/One Sports
The PBA imports have stepped up as true game-changers in the Season 49 Governors’ Cup.
Before they unleash their incredible skills in the quarterfinals, let’s relive their standout performances that secured their spots among the top 10 import local scorers.
1. George King, Blackwater Bossing
George King, wielding a jaw-dropping 40.29 scoring average, unleashed his royal dominance for the Blackwater Bossing, erupting for a staggering 64 points in their climactic showdown against the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in the PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup eliminations.
DeQuan Jones, boasting an electrifying 40.0 scoring average, emerges as a pivotal force in the NLEX Road Warriors’ high-stakes battle for the quarterfinals.
3. Taylor Johns, NorthPort Batang Pier
In his brief stint with the NorthPort Batang Pier, Taylor Johns made waves in his PBA debut, delivering a phenomenal 36 points, 16 rebounds, and 9 assists—proving his worth before Venky Jois took the reins.
4. Jordan Adams, San Miguel Beermen
Jordan Adams may not be the flashy type, but his precision and a 32.38 scoring average have made him an invaluable asset for San Miguel as they charge into the quarterfinals.
5. Jalen Jones, Converge FiberXers
Jalen Jones stepped in just when the Converge FiberXers needed him most, filling the shoes of the injured Scotty Hopson and unleashing an impressive 29.5 scoring average in his PBA debut.
6. Brandone Francis, Phoenix Fuel Masters
7. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, TNT Tropang Giga
After an outstanding FIBA World Cup performance as a naturalized player for Jordan, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is back in action for the TNT Tropang Giga, driving them on their way to the quarterfinals with an explosive 27.11 scoring average.
8. Myke Henry, NLEX Road Warriors
Myke Henry is a powerhouse for the NLEX Road Warriors, fueling their charge to the quarterfinals with an impressive 25.86 scoring average as a key reinforcement.
9. Justin Brownlee, Barangay Ginebra San Miguel
Reliable as ever, from Gilas Pilipinas to Gin Kings, Justin Brownlee remains a constant solid force for the Gin Kings with his 25.7 AVG.
10. Scotty Hopson, Converge FiberXers
Scotty Hopson fully embraces the newly-implemented PBA four-point shot rule, elevating the Converge FiberXers and keeping them more connected with his 25.5 AVG.
The PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup quarterfinals are set to ignite this Wednesday. With powerhouse reinforcements in play, the showdown promises to be more intense than ever.