San Beda edges Letran in NCAA Season 100 basketball thriller

San Beda University defeated their longtime rival Colegio de San Juan de Letran, 66-64, in a thrilling NCAA Season 100 men's basketball game.

Rookie Bryan Sajonia sank the go-ahead three-pointer with 41 seconds remaining, capping a furious comeback by the Red Lions.

San Beda trailed by as many as 10 points in the third quarter before mounting a crucial 17-0 run.

Jomel Puno was a key player for San Beda, contributing 22 points and 10 rebounds.

The win halted Letran's three-game winning streak and improves San Beda's record to 4-3, sharing the fourth spot with Perpetual Help.

Head coach Yuri Escueta praised his team's effort and resilience following a previous loss to Arellano University.

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