Manila Bulletin
Blazers survive Bombers in OT
The College of Saint Benilde (CSB) Blazers secured their first victory in the NCAA Season 99 basketball tournament by defeating the Jose Rizal University (JRU) Heavy Bombers in an overtime thriller, 93-85.
Miguel Corteza led the Blazers with 21 points, closely followed by reigning MVP Will Gozum who added 18 points and 11 rebounds after returning from a one-game suspension.
This win marks a rebound for CSB after their opening day loss to the Lyceum of the Philippines University Pirates.
CSB coach Charles Tiu acknowledged the intensity of the game, especially in the overtime period, but downplayed any lingering tension between the teams.
The JRU Heavy Bombers, who experienced key players getting into foul trouble during overtime, suffered their first defeat of the season.
Agem Miranda had a standout performance for JRU, scoring a career-high 31 points despite the loss.
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