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Jacob Cortez answers call, seals Game 1 upset with dagger triple
Jacob Cortez attributed La Salle's clutch performances and unlikely championship run to continuous practice and maintaining a fun atmosphere, even under pressure.
Cortez hit a crucial step-back triple with 27.4 seconds remaining, sealing a 74-70 victory against defending champions UP in the UAAP men's basketball finals.
Despite a 34-point effort from UP's Harold Alarcon, Cortez's consistent clutch play propelled the Green Archers from a fourth-seed position to the brink of their 11th title.
The "Cool Cub" highlighted the trust from his coach and his daily practice of those high-pressure shots as key factors in his reliable game-winning contributions.
Cortez finished the game with an impressive 21 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists, shooting efficiently at 10-of-15 from the field.
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