La Salle Green Archers edge UP Fighting Maroons in UAAP Finals Game 1

Updated Wed, December 10, 2025 at 10:29 PM Published Wed, December 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM

The La Salle Green Archers secured a narrow 74-70 victory over the UP Fighting Maroons in Game 1 of the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball Finals.

Harold Alarcon delivered a career-high performance with 34 points for the Fighting Maroons, but it wasn't enough to overcome La Salle.

UP coach Goldwin Monteverde acknowledged Alarcon's scoring but stated the team needs more offensive contribution and toughness on defense and rebounding to win the series.

The game remained tight until the final minute, with La Salle holding a slim one-point lead with less than a minute remaining.

Luis Pablo and Doy Dungo were critical for the Green Archers, with Pablo making crucial defensive plays on Alarcon and scoring key baskets, finishing with seven points, six rebounds, and three blocks.

Jacob Cortez sealed the win for La Salle with a crucial three-pointer in the dying seconds of the game.

The Green Archers now have a chance to clinch the championship in Game 2 on Sunday.

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