Fenix Santiago celebrate LDC Title - March 11, 2022

by Jo Fabian Jr.

Fenix Santiago celebrate LDC title - March 11, 2022


Fenix - Immortals 107-105 (Fenix Basketball vs Immortals de Cibao - March 11, 2022 8:00pm - Stats - LDC Basket)

Fenix Santiago celebrated LDC title. They outscored the Immortals in the exciting Game 2 of the Finals to conquer the trophy. Fenix were tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Fenix made 25-of-28 free shots (89.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Immortals turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Immortals helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Guard Yensi Jimenez had an impressive game scoring 25 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-21 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and guard Jefry Arias chipped in 20 points and 4 assists during the contest. Fenix' coach used an ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for this final. The best for the losing side was LDC League MVP Oliver Garcia with 30 points!!!!!

Jefry Arias was named LDC Finals MVP averaging just over 28 points per game throughout the playoffs.