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NCAA: San Beda gains Final 4 momentum with rout of rival Letran
San Beda secured a crucial 77-68 victory over rival Letran Knights on November 24, boosting their morale heading into the NCAA Final Four.
The Red Lions concluded the elimination round with a 12-6 record, with Jacob Cortez leading the scoring with 17 points.
San Beda is set to face the Lyceum Pirates, who hold a twice-to-beat advantage, in the semifinals on November 28.
Coach Yuri Escueta emphasized the importance of winning to build momentum and good habits for the upcoming Final Four.
The win marks an end to Letran Knights' title defense, finishing the season with a 2-16 record.
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San Beda University has secured a spot in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball finals against Mapua University after defeating Lyceum of the Philippines University, 82-72, in their Final Four series.
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San Beda University defeated Lyceum of the Philippines University, 74-56, to boost their chances of clinching a Final Four spot in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament.
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The San Beda Red Lions defeated the LPU Pirates 82-72 in Game 2 of the NCAA Season 99 Final Four, securing a championship showdown with the Mapua Cardinals.
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Yukien Andrada and Jacob Cortez spearheaded San Beda's 65-61 victory over College of St. Benilde, bolstering their Final Four aspirations in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament.
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The NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament Final Four is set to begin with Mapua and Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) holding twice-to-beat advantages.
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