Ray Allen Torres' buzzer-beater gives Adamson Falcons 62-59 win over UP

Updated Wed, September 24, 2025 at 8:43 PM Published Wed, September 24, 2025 at 7:47 PM

Ray Allen Torres sank the game-winning three-pointer with 2.8 seconds left, lifting the Adamson Soaring Falcons to a 62-59 victory over the UP Fighting Maroons in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament.

Torres led Adamson with 10 points and 2 steals, sharing the team-high with Anthony Fransman, who also had 10 points, 8 rebounds, and contributed to a balanced attack where five other Falcons scored at least 6 points.

Cedrick Manzano (8 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists) and Matthew Montebon (8 points, 2 steals) also contributed significantly for Adamson.

Gerry Abadiano paced UP with 15 points, while Harold Alarcon and Gani Stevens added 12 and 10 points respectively.

Adamson improved its record to 1-1, ending a three-year skid against UP, while defending champion UP dropped to 0-2 for the first time since 2016.

Adamson head coach Nash Racela noted the tight game and expressed confusion regarding the officiating, but commended his players' execution.

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