Borneo Explodes in Fourth Quarter to Secure 75-58 Win Over Dales Maverick

## A Tale of Two Halves at Arena Sukan The GOM Intra V6 tournament clash at Court B on Thursday night was a tactical defensive struggle for the majority of the contest. Borneo and the Dales Maverick locked horns in a low-scoring affair, with neither side able to establish a clear rhythm in the first half. By halftime, the Dales Maverick held a precarious one-point lead, 22-21, as both defenses effectively stifled interior scoring attempts, setting the stage for a high-stakes second half. ## The Fourth Quarter Surge The game underwent a dramatic transformation in the final period. After a tightly contested third quarter saw Borneo edge ahead by just three points, they unlocked an offensive gear that the Dales Maverick simply could not match. Borneo erupted for a staggering 36 points in the fourth quarter alone, turning a narrow lead into a commanding 75-58 blowout. The synergy between Chieng Siaw Guan and Saifurizan Bin Mohamad Ali proved to be the difference-maker; Siaw Guan provided the offensive spark with a game-high 24 points, while Mohamad Ali dominated the paint with a monster double-double, racking up 22 points and 14 rebounds. ## Key Performances and Takeaways For the Dales Maverick, Ahmad Yusman Faris Mohammed Yusoff fought valiantly, orchestrating the offense with 19 points and 6 assists, while Jeerasak Jannaranurak fought hard under the boards to pull down 10 rebounds. Despite their efforts, the Maverick defense eventually collapsed under the relentless pressure of Borneo’s late-game surge. This victory serves as a significant statement for Borneo in the GOM Intra V6, demonstrating their ability to close out games with championship-level intensity. As the tournament progresses, Borneo will look to carry this fourth-quarter momentum into their upcoming fixtures.