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Sea of green: Mike Phillips credits La Salle crowd after huge Game 2 fightback vs UP
The De La Salle Green Archers achieved a remarkable comeback victory against the University of the Philippines in Game 2 of the UAAP Season 87 finals, winning 76-75.
Despite trailing by nine points with eight and a half minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, the Green Archers faithful provided unwavering support, motivating the team to fight back.
Mike Phillips highlighted the crucial role of the De La Salle crowd, emphasizing their consistent support even during difficult moments.
Phillips, along with MVP Kevin Quiambao, spearheaded the team's charge in the final minutes, with Phillips sinking the go-ahead basket with just over a minute left.
This thrilling win forces a championship rematch into a deciding Game 3.
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The La Salle Green Archers forced a do-or-die Game 3 in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball finals by defeating the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons, 76-75, tying the series at 1-1.
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The De La Salle University Green Archers forced a deciding Game 3 in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball finals by defeating the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons 76-75 in Game 2.
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Mike Phillips has announced his decision to play his final UAAP season with the De La Salle University Green Archers.
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The La Salle Green Archers aim to replicate their UAAP Finals comeback from last year after losing Game 1 to the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons.
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