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Escamis shows up like real MVP
The Mapua Cardinals secured the solo lead in the NCAA Season 101 men's basketball tournament with a 2-0 record after defeating the Arellano Chiefs, 90-87.
Clint Escamis, the Season 99 MVP, led the Cardinals with 29 points, including four three-pointers, and added three rebounds, three assists, and three steals.
This performance was a significant improvement for Escamis, who had only scored eight points in their previous double-overtime victory against Lyceum of the Philippines University.
Mapua achieved this win through a come-from-behind effort, overcoming a 13-point deficit in the second quarter.
Escamis stated that he wanted to make up for his previous subpar game and perform for his teammates.
He also highlighted the team's never-say-die mentality and championship heart.
Cyrus Cuenco, Cyril Gonzales, and Cyrus Nitura also contributed to the scoring for Mapua, with Nitura grabbing 10 rebounds.
In another game, St. Benilde defeated Emilio Aguinaldo College, 74-63, to move to a 1-1 record.
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The Mapua Cardinals secured a hard-fought double overtime victory, 90-89, against the Lyceum of the Philippines University Pirates in their NCAA Season 101 campaign opener.
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The Mapua Cardinals commenced their Season 101 title-retention campaign with a hard-fought 90-89 double-overtime victory against the Lyceum Pirates.
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The Mapua Cardinals began their title defense in NCAA Season 101 with a thrilling 90-89 triple overtime victory against the Lyceum of the Philippines University Pirates.
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