Arwind Santos is the New Main Man

I was able to watched late night Philippine basketball over at ABC 5 with Air21 Express annihilating last conference's runner up San Miguel Beermen. Fourth quarter, more than 5 minutes left in the game, Air21 has already concocted a huge 14-point lead that made the Beermen appear lifeless and unwilling to bounce back.

There was no mob in the audience that could spur inspiration to the losing party but only bunch of eager fanatics of both sides. Since, a full house Araneta Coliseum happens only when Barangay Ginebra are wearing their jerseys and pushing balls.

However, last night's game was quite boring in the end. San Miguel beermen had a small fire burning down the stretch and trimmed the lead by as much as 8 points. I was waiting for the outburst to come but to no avail. Several three point shots from LA Tenorio went hay wire and turn the ball over to Air21.

It was, however, Arwind Santos who packed the goods for the Express. With a double-double outing, he helped his team trample on the Beermen, 88-78 as the final score. He put up a leading score of 18 points, 10 rebounds, shot 5 of 6 free throws and was hailed as the best player of the game.

I'll be keeping an eye on this guy. It is probable that he will make a name for himself that will put him in the pedestal where former greats such as Alvin Patrimonio and Vergel Meneses dwell.