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No. 1 NU escapes FEU to near twice-to-beat; UST snaps skid for No. 4
The National University (NU) Bulldogs edged out the Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws, 70-64, in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament.
Jake Figueroa was instrumental for the Bulldogs, tallying 17 points, six rebounds, and five assists, including a crucial three-pointer that sealed the victory with 1:13 remaining.
NU's victory, their tenth in twelve games, brings them closer to securing a twice-to-beat advantage in the playoffs.
Despite the win, NU head coach Jeff Napa emphasized that the team remains focused and aims to level up as they enter the final stretch of the elimination round.
Janrey Pasaol led FEU with 15 points, but his team's chances of reaching the Final Four diminished as they fell to a 4-7 record, placing them seventh.
NU's win was cemented by a bank shot from Figueroa and a subsequent triple by Paul Francisco, extending their lead.
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