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On-fire La Salle wins 5th straight, downs Adamson to claim 3rd Final Four berth
The De La Salle University Green Archers secured the third Final Four spot in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament with a 69-57 victory over the Adamson University Soaring Falcons.
This win marked La Salle's fifth consecutive victory in the tournament, improving their standing to 8-3, and placing them third in the league behind NU and UP.
MVP frontrunner Kevin Quiambao contributed 11 points, 10 rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block.
Mike Phillips stepped up with eight points, 11 rebounds, four assists, two steals, and one block.
Evan Nelle added seven markers and nine rebounds.
La Salle clinched its Final Four berth because Ateneo and Adamson are still set to clash, ensuring the Archers can go no lower than fourth place.
After missing the Final Four last season with a playoff loss to Adamson, La Salle exacted a sweet revenge on the same team in coach Topex Robinson's first season.
Coach Topex Robinson expressed gratitude for the team's resilience and determination, highlighting their warrior spirit after a tough series of games.
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The De La Salle Green Archers secured their seventh consecutive win by defeating the Far Eastern University Tamaraws 80-70, improving their record to 10-3.
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De La Salle University forward Mike Phillips is urging his teammates to maintain consistency despite their five-game winning streak in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament.
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Kevin Quiambao led the De La Salle University Green Archers to an 88-79 victory over the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons.
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Ateneo de Manila University secured a crucial 62-58 victory against Adamson Soaring Falcons, boosting their Final 4 aspirations in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament.
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De La Salle University secured their sixth consecutive victory in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament by defeating the University of the East, 86-76.
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