La Salle ends 7-year drought, wins UAAP Season 86 title

Evan Nelle concluded his collegiate career by leading the La Salle Green Archers to the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball championship, ending the school's seven-year title drought.

The Green Archers defeated the UP Fighting Maroons in a thrilling three-game series, culminating in a 73-69 victory in Game 3.

This championship win came a year after Nelle's bold prediction of success, which he attributed to belief and hard work.

Nelle's journey included a championship with San Beda in the NCAA before transferring to La Salle for his final year.

Despite a significant loss in Game 1 of the finals, Nelle and the Green Archers rallied to secure the title.

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