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Bulldogs, Tigers eye to close out first round tied at the top
National University (NU) and University of Santo Tomas (UST) aim to maintain their joint leadership in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament as they face separate opponents to conclude the first round.
Both teams share the top spot with identical 5-1 win-loss records.
NU Bulldogs will challenge the Ateneo Blue Eagles, who hold a 4-2 standing, at 2 p.m.
Following this, UST Growling Tigers will compete against the Adamson Soaring Falcons, who have a 2-4 record, at 4:30 p.m.
Ateneo is looking to bounce back after a three-overtime loss to UST and a subsequent two-game losing streak.
NU assistant coach Vic Ycasiano expressed readiness and intensified preparations for the upcoming game, stating, "We will play with more intensity because for us, this is it."
UST assistant coach CJ Balingit emphasized the importance of maintaining focus against Adamson, acknowledging their potential to win any game.
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