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UAAP: Ateneo looks to close in on Final 4 berth
Ateneo de Manila University secured a crucial 62-58 victory against Adamson Soaring Falcons, boosting their Final 4 aspirations in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament.
The Blue Eagles overcame a dismal third quarter to mount a comeback in the final period, with the win improving their standing to 6-6 for solo fourth place.
Adamson dropped to fifth place with a 5-7 record after failing to convert their attempts in the final moments, despite coming as close as 59-58 with 1:20 left.
Sean Quitevis led Ateneo with 12 points and eight rebounds, while Matthew Montebon was the top scorer for Adamson with 13 points.
Adamson head coach Nash Racela suggested that officiating played a role in the loss, stating that calls against his squad assisted Ateneo.
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Defending champion Ateneo secured at least a fourth-seed playoff in the UAAP Season 86 Final Four contention after defeating University of the East, 80-74.
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Adamson University kept their UAAP Season 86 Final Four hopes alive by defeating the second-ranked National University Bulldogs, 68-62.
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The Ateneo Blue Eagles ended their three-game losing streak by defeating the UST Growling Tigers, 67-59, improving their record to 5-6.
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Ateneo secured the last Final Four spot in the UAAP Season 86 women's basketball tournament by defeating Far Eastern University with a score of 79-66.
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Adamson University secured a playoff spot in the UAAP Season 86 Men's Basketball Tournament by defeating the University of the East, 63-61.
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