Crucial free throws from Chris Newsome sealed the win for Meralco as the Bolts escaped San Miguel, 92-88, on Friday to take a 3-2 series lead in the PBA Philippine Cup finals.Leading by only two, Newsome's freebies with six ticks remaining made sure San Miguel would have a hard time taking the win or at least forcing overtime.Apparently, his former Bolts teammate and consultant Jimmy Alapag had a hand in Newsome's calm demeanor during the pressure-packed moment.
"Without all those reps, I wouldn't be as confident as I am now. Since I've shot free throws over and over every single day in practice, it becomes second nature and basically in those moments, whenever the game is in the line, or big moments like that, I just rely on my muscle memory and my routine and just trust my work."On Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel, Jimmy Alapag shared his thoughts on coaching.