SAIGON HEAT got their first win in the ABL after a stunning 60-55 drubbing against the last year champion Chang Thailand Slammers. Tan Binh Stadium was a jam-packed and the fans went nuts after shot after shot from Noy Javier to that sent chills to the whole Thailand Slammer. “This win is monumental. It’s great for the city and country,” said newly appointed Saigon Heat coach Jason Rabedeaux stated.
Noy Javier a collegiate star way back his NCAA Career shot the lights out when the game was on the line which eventually paid off and was adjudged as the best player of the ball game.
Boyet Bautista, a collegiate NCAA star scored 13 points on his debut together with their new import Chaz Briggs with 13 points.
Boxscore of the game
Heat: Jonathan Jones – 18pts, Noy Javier – 17pts, Devon Sullivan – 13pts, Robert Sanz – 11pts, John Smith – 1pt
Slammers: Chaz Briggs – 13pts, Boyet Bautista – 13pts, Deandre Thomas – 12pts, Attaporn Leitmalaiporn – 5pts, Supachai Sangthong – 4pts, Chester Tolomia – 4pts, Mana Jantuma – 3pts, Darongpan Apiromvilaichai – 1pt