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Kevin Quiambao downplays MVP chants: ‘Ginagawa ko lang trabaho ko‘
Kevin Quiambao led the De La Salle University Green Archers to an 88-79 victory over the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons.
Quiambao, a leading MVP candidate, scored 21 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, had three steals, and two assists, spearheading his team's win.
Despite UP's fourth-quarter comeback that gave them a brief lead, Quiambao's personal 10-2 run secured the win for DLSU, with him scoring 10 of his total points in the final four minutes.
He expressed that his performance was a result of trusting the system of DLSU coach Topex Robinson and his teammates.
Mike Phillips registered a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Evan Nelle contributed 17 points and six assists.
The victory marked De La Salle's seventh win in ten games, retaining their third spot in the tournament and keeping their bid alive for a twice-to-beat advantage in the playoffs.
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