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UAAP Jrs: NUNS extends perfect run, UE fends off UST in finals rematch
National University Nazareth School (NUNS) extended its perfect run in the UAAP Season 88 Junior High School Basketball Tournament to four games after defeating University of the Philippines Integrated School (UPIS) Fighting Maroons, 81-46.
This victory secured their perfect start with an average winning margin of 22.75 points.
Malian player Moussa Diakite led NUNS with 14 points, nine rebounds, and two steals in just over 10 minutes of play.
Ean Tria also contributed 12 points for the Bullpups, who dominated the paint with 58 points.
NUNS' bench also added 58 points, showcasing the team's depth.
Head coach Leo Pujante emphasized the importance of learning from previous games and finishing strong, noting that UST is a stronger opponent than UE.
The win also highlighted the team's depth, with coach Pujante fielding 16 players.
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National University-Nazareth School (NUNS) and the University of Santo Tomas (UST) have established a three-way tie for the lead in the UAAP Season 88 Junior High School Basketball Tournament.
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The National University (NU) Bulldogs, undefeated and tied for the lead at 3-0, aim to take the solo lead in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament against the defending champions University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons.
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The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons defeated the National University Bulldogs, 66-59, handing NU their first loss in UAAP Season 88.
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Jake Figueroa powered the National University (NU) Bulldogs to a 76-69 victory over the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers, keeping the Bulldogs undefeated with a 3-0 record.
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The UST Growling Tigers defeated the UE Red Warriors 111-99 in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament.
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