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NCAA: JRU braces for Lyceum's fightback as 2nd round starts
Jose Rizal University (JRU) and Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) will clash to vie for third place as the second round of the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament begins.
Both teams concluded the first round with identical 6-3 win-loss records, with the victor moving to solo third place behind Mapua and San Beda.
JRU emerged victorious in their previous encounter, a double-overtime thriller that ended 88-87, which also marked LPU's third consecutive loss.
JRU is coming off an 88-72 win against Arellano University to close out the first round.
JRU coach Louie Gonzales anticipates a strong and prepared performance from LPU, who will be looking to end their losing streak.
In another game, Emilio Aguinaldo College and San Sebastian, both aiming to rebound, will face each other.
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Jose Rizal University (JRU) secured an exhilarating 88-87 double-overtime victory against Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament.
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The Mapua Cardinals secured a crucial 69-66 comeback victory against the three-time defending champion Letran Knights in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament.
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Jose Rizal University (JRU) defeated Arellano University (AU) 79-74 in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament, climbing to solo third place with an 8-4 record.
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Emilio Aguinaldo College (EAC) achieved a comeback victory against San Sebastian College-Recoletos, with a final score of 80-77 in the NCAA Season 99 Men's Basketball Tournament.
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