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REDEMPTION GAINED: Newly-crowned Lopez proves doubters wrong
Francis Lopez redeemed himself after a crucial Game 2 performance by leading the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons to the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball championship.
Lopez hit a pivotal three-pointer in UP's deciding 66-62 Game 3 victory over De La Salle University.
In the previous game, Lopez faced criticism for missing four free throws and committing a turnover in the final moments, which allowed La Salle to tie the series.
Despite his earlier mistakes, his teammates maintained their trust in him, and Lopez responded with a double-double of 12 points and 11 rebounds, alongside six assists in Game 3.
He also averaged 13.6 points and 8.6 rebounds per game during the finals.
This championship marks UP's second title in the last four seasons.
Lopez expressed his gratitude for his team's unwavering belief in him despite the setbacks.
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The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons clinched the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball championship by defeating the De La Salle University Green Archers, 66-62, in Game 3.
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University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons player Francis Lopez took accountability for missed free throws and turnovers in their crucial Game 2 loss to De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers.
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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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