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Ateneo stays perfect with Adamson thumping as Lazo heats up in 4th quarter
Jaden Lazo scored 13 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter, including 11 points in a 20-4 start, to lead Ateneo de Manila University to a 77-58 victory over Adamson University.
The win marked Ateneo's third consecutive victory in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament, giving them sole possession of the lead with a 3-0 record.
The Blue Eagles' decisive run in the fourth quarter expanded a narrow lead into a commanding advantage, resulting in their most lopsided victory of the season.
Ateneo's Nigerian center Divine Adili contributed 16 points and six rebounds, with Lazo and Adili carrying the offensive load as opposing teams focus their defense on Kymani Ladi.
Kymani Ladi, who averaged 22.0 points and 9.5 rebounds in the first two games, finished with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals.
For Adamson, Matt Erolon was the lone bright spot, scoring a game-high 23 points with seven three-pointers in a losing effort.
The victory improved Ateneo's record to 3-0, while Adamson's record fell to 1-2.
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