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UAAP: NU-Nazareth nears Final 4 bonus after beating UE
National University-Nazareth School (NUNS) has clinched the first Final 4 spot in the UAAP Season 87 boys' basketball tournament after defeating De La Salle Zobel with a dominant 86-60 performance, extending their flawless record to 10-0.
The Bullpups secured a twice-to-beat advantage in the Final 4 after an 89-70 win against University of the East, bringing their record to 11-0.
Reigning MVP Collins Akowe recorded his 10th double-double of the season with 18 points and 18 rebounds against UE, after previously achieving a double-double with 20 points and 23 rebounds against DLSZ.
Macmac Alfanta led the Bullpups with 18 points, Chad Cartel contributed 13 points and five assists, and Migs Palanca added 10 points and seven rebounds in their win against UE.
This marks NUNS' 13th consecutive Final Four appearance, a streak that started in Season 73.
Coach Kevin de Castro emphasized the need for continued improvement and building momentum for the playoffs, despite the team being one victory away from securing a playoff incentive and three wins short of an outright Finals berth.
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