CSB Blazers bag 10th win, extend streak to four games

Updated Mon, October 21, 2024 at 1:15 AM Published Sun, October 20, 2024 at 2:43 PM

The College of St. Benilde Blazers secured their 10th win in NCAA Season 100 men's basketball with an 80-65 victory over Jose Rizal University, extending their winning streak to four games.

Ian Torres led the Blazers with 18 points, including a decisive 18-0 salvo in the third quarter which gave CSB a 60-35 lead.

The Blazers' lead even snowballed to as high as 33 points, 73-40, after Torres drained a triple with 9:15 in the fourth quarter.

Allen Liwag contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds for CSB, who also led in bench points, 43-27.

Saint Benilde head coach Charles Tiu emphasized the importance of staying focused against tough opponents like JRU.

CSB maintains its solo lead with a 10-2 win-loss card and aims for a top-two finish to secure a twice-to-beat advantage in the Final Four.

JRU now holds a 3-9 record, tied with San Sebastian College-Recoletos.

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