NUNS Bullpups one win away from UAAP Season 87 boys' basketball title

Updated Fri, March 14, 2025 at 1:46 AM Published Thu, March 13, 2025 at 3:17 PM

The National University-Nazareth School (NUNS) Bullpups are one win away from winning the UAAP Season 87 boys' basketball championship after defeating the UST Tiger Cubs, 77-70, in Game 1 of the Finals.

Reigning MVP Collins Akowe led NUNS with 24 points and 22 rebounds, and was hailed as the Season MVP.

Chad Cartel delivered crucial plays in the clutch, including a long two-pointer and an assist to Mac Alfanta, extending NUNS' lead to 76-70 with 1:41 remaining.

The Bullpups' defense was also pivotal, limiting the Tiger Cubs to just eight points on 3-of-14 shooting in the final period.

UST had several opportunities to turn the tide but costly missed free throws from Racine Kane and Koji Buenaflor, combined with missed three-pointers, denied them.

NUNS is aiming to win their first title since a back-to-back feat in 2019, avenging a runner-up finish in Season 86.

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