PBA Prediction - Quarterfinals: Is this the end of Alaska Aces?

 

Let us talk about the quarterfinals match-up of the top 2 seeded teams. 

ALASKA VS NLEX
X FACTORS

Free-throw shooting
Turnovers
Cameron Clark

Cameron Clark will be the new import of NLEX Road Warriors because KJ McDaniels decided to go home due to a personal matter. I do not think Cameron is a good one if we base it on the numbers.

NLEX is top 3 in terms of the most number of free throws per game and also in terms of efficiency. This has been their underrated weapon throughout the tournament.

Alaska's offense is really bad and their turnovers is one of the reason. If they can improve this, Alaska will have a better chance.

PREDICTION
I think, changing import at this point of the tournament provides a good opportunity for Alaska to wield the upset ax. And I think that will happen.

MAGNOLIA VS PHOENIX
X FACTORS
Three-point shooting
Turnovers
RJ Jazul

Phoenix is the best team in terms of forcing turnovers and Magnolia is the one averaging the least number of turnovers per game.

Believe it or not Magnolia is currently the most efficient three-point shooting team in the league. I think this is a crucial part of their success. 

For Phoenix to have a chance, Jason Perkins and Matthew Wright will need another local player to step up. Jazul will be my best bet.

PREDICTION
I think, this is the easiest prediction to make because Magnolia is playing flawless basketball. I do not think Phoenix has enough firepower to overcome the level of play of Magnolia, at this point.