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UAAP: UP halts FEU’s streak, climbs to second spot
The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons defeated the Far Eastern University Tamaraws, 89-75, in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament.
This victory propelled UP to solo second place in the standings with a 6-3 record, trailing league-leader National University by just one game.
UP has won five of its last six games, demonstrating a strong performance in the second round.
UP head coach Goldwin Monteverde highlighted the team's improved ball movement, which resulted in 24 assists compared to FEU's 15.
Francis Nnoruka led UP with 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Gani Stevens contributed 14 points.
Mo Konateh scored 24 points and 10 rebounds for FEU, who now hold a 3-6 record after their two-game winning streak was halted.
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The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons secured a crucial 78-74 victory against the National University (NU) Bulldogs, reclaiming solo third place in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament.
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The National University (NU) Bulldogs, currently leading the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament with a 6-1 record, are set to face the defending champions, the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons, in their crucial second-round opener.
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