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UAAP: UP not overconfident in loss to depleted La Salle, says coach
The De La Salle University Green Archers defeated the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons, 72-69, in a finals rematch, despite missing key players Kean Baclaan and Mason Amos.
Luis Pablo led the Archers with 14 points and six rebounds against his former team, while Jacob Cortez and EJ Gollena added 12 points each.
Vhoris Marasigan's go-ahead layup with 45 seconds remaining and Earl Abadam's game-tying triple were crucial in the final moments.
The victory resulted in a three-way tie for third place in the standings between La Salle, UP, and Ateneo, as the Archers concluded the first round of the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball eliminations.
Despite La Salle being shorthanded, UP coach Goldwin Monteverde stated that his team approached the game with the same mindset, acknowledging La Salle's championship experience and ability to respond.
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