Mapua survives Perpetual Help, stays on top of NCAA Season 99

Updated Sun, October 22, 2023 at 5:25 AM Published Sat, October 21, 2023 at 1:32 PM

Mapua University tightened its grip on the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament after a tight 62-61 victory over Perpetual Help.

The Cardinals secured their eighth win in nine outings, ending the first round with an 8-1 record and extending their winning streak to six games.

Mapua started the fourth quarter with a nine-point run to take control, but then went cold, scoring only four points the rest of the way.

Marc Cuenco led Mapua with 14 points, while Clint Escamis contributed 10 points, 11 rebounds, and three steals.

Paolo Hernandez and JC Recto also made crucial baskets in the fourth quarter to help Mapua survive.

John Abis and Christian Pagaran led Perpetual Help with 15 points each.

Arthur Roque missed a potential game-winning three-pointer in the final seconds.

Perpetual Help now shares sixth place with San Sebastian College at 3-6.

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