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NU's Figueroa keeps head up after UAAP swan song
The National University (NU) Bulldogs are out of the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament after losing to the La Salle Green Archers in Game 2 of the Final Four.
Despite finishing on top of the standings after the elimination round and sweeping La Salle in the eliminations, the Bulldogs lost their twice-to-beat advantage.
Jake Figueroa, playing in his final collegiate game, finished with 21 points, six rebounds, and five assists in Game 2.
Figueroa expressed no regrets about his UAAP career with the Bulldogs, stating he gave 100% and was blessed to finish his playing years at NU.
He had a chance to tie the game in the final minute but lost the ball during a layup attempt.
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National University star Jake Figueroa is aspiring to play professionally overseas, particularly in the Korean Basketball League (KBL), and is reportedly in talks with a KBL team.
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De La Salle University forced a do-or-die Game 2 in the UAAP Season 88 Final Four with an 87-77 victory over the top-seeded National University.
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