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UAAP: Ateneo ousts Adamson to stay in Final Four race
The Ateneo Blue Eagles kept their Final Four hopes alive in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament by defeating the Adamson Soaring Falcons, 72-61.
This victory elevated Ateneo's record to 6-7, eliminating Adamson from semifinal contention with their 6-8 record.
Dom Escobar led the Blue Eagles with 14 points, supported by Waki Espina and Kymani Ladi with 13 points each, and Shawn Tuano with 11.
Ateneo established a significant lead in the middle quarters, outscoring Adamson 27-15 in the second quarter to take a 42-27 halftime lead and building their largest lead of the game at 65-39 in the third quarter.
Despite Adamson outscoring Ateneo 17-7 in the final quarter, the Blue Eagles secured the win.
Ateneo must now win their final game against rival De La Salle University to solidify their position for a potential playoff for the fourth Final Four spot.
The loss spoiled Matt Erolon's 24-point outing for Adamson.
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