The NCAA Season 100 men's basketball tournament is bracing for a more competitive second round following a tight first-round elimination stage.
College of St. Benilde currently holds the top spot with a 7-2 record, but is closely followed by San Beda, Mapua, and Letran, all tied at 6-3.
Teams from University of Perpetual Help, Lyceum, and Emilio Aguinaldo College are grouped together with 4-5 records, while Jose Rizal University and Arellano trail them with 3-6 slates.
San Sebastian remains at the bottom of the standings with a 2-7 record.
Despite leading, St. Benilde coach Charles Tiu expressed that the team still has much to accomplish and needs to remain sharp for the upcoming crucial games.
San Beda coach Yuri Escueta also anticipates a tougher second round and aims for further development from his players as they pursue a championship repeat.
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