JRU shocks defending champs Letran in NCAA overtime thriller

Updated Mon, September 25, 2023 at 4:10 AM Published Sun, September 24, 2023 at 6:32 PM

Jose Rizal University (JRU) kicked off their NCAA Season 99 Men's Basketball Tournament campaign with a stunning overtime victory against defending champions Colegio de San Juan de Letran, 85-79.

Agem Miranda and Marwin Dionisio led the Heavy Bombers with 17 points each, with Miranda expressing relief that they didn't repeat last season's overtime loss to Letran.

Shawn Argente contributed 12 points and sank the go-ahead triple in regulation.

The game-tying triple by Letran's Deo Cuajao forced overtime with 3.2 seconds left, similar to a play from last season's match.

JRU's defense was a key factor, forcing 29 turnovers from Letran that resulted in 35 points for the Heavy Bombers.

JRU head coach Louie Gonzalez highlighted the team's depth and unpredictability in player usage as offseason improvements.

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