UP Fighting Maroons aim to fix slow start habit

The UP Fighting Maroons are aiming to overcome their tendency for slow starts in games, a habit that persisted even in their recent 75-47 victory over Ateneo in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball tournament.

Despite falling behind early in their last five games, the Maroons have managed to secure wins, with Quentin Millora-Brown noting their ability to find a flow and execute throughout the game.

Player JD Cagulangan had previously suggested that slow starts might stem from overconfidence and relaxation, emphasizing the need to apply pressure from the beginning.

Millora-Brown stated that the team knew they had a couple of slow starts and wanted to set the tone early against Ateneo, trying their best to execute every chance they had.

This adjustment is crucial as the Maroons, who aspire to reclaim the championship title, achieved their ninth win in 10 games against Ateneo in the 'Battle of Katipunan'.