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UAAP: Eager to help Ateneo, Ballungay churns out explosive performance
Defending champion Ateneo Blue Eagles secured a 77-72 victory over archrival De La Salle Green Archers in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament.
Kai Ballungay provided crucial energy with 18 points and 16 rebounds, including 12 offensive boards, and scored impactful baskets and dunks down the stretch.
Mason Amos also contributed 12 points with three triples, including back-to-back shots that broke a 64-all tie, giving Ateneo a 70-64 lead.
Chris Koon led all scorers for Ateneo with 19 points, seven rebounds, and three assists.
Kevin Quiambao was the top scorer for the Green Archers with 17 points and 14 rebounds.
This win marks Ateneo's first victory of the season after dropping their opening game against National University.
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The Ateneo Blue Eagles defeated the UE Red Warriors 76-69 in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament on Wednesday, October 11.
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The Ateneo Blue Eagles secured their first win in UAAP Season 86 by defeating rival De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers with a score of 77-72.
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De La Salle University defeated Adamson University with a score of 71-58 in the UAAP Season 86 Men's Basketball Tournament.
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The La Salle Green Archers secured their second win in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament by decisively defeating the University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers, 91-71.
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Ateneo Blue Eagles head coach Tab Baldwin expressed disappointment after their team's lackluster performance in their UAAP Season 86 Men's Basketball Tournament title defense opening game against National University, where they lost 77-64.
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