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UP wins third straight at NU's expense; Adamson overcomes Ateneo in OT
The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons defeated the National University (NU) Bulldogs with a final score of 78-60, maintaining their undefeated record in the UAAP Season 86 Men's Basketball Tournament.
Francis Lopez led UP with 14 points, seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, and a block, while Malick Diouf and CJ Cansino contributed 12 points each.
UP secured their third consecutive win of the season, handing NU their first loss after two games.
Despite a close first half where UP led by only five points (30-25), they dominated the second half, extending their lead to as much as 18 points.
UP's bench played a significant role, outscoring NU's reserves 40-25.
UP coach Goldwin Monteverde expressed happiness with the win but emphasized the need for continued team growth and improvement as the season is still in its early stages.
Jake Figueroa was the top scorer for NU with 13 points and 10 rebounds, supported by Omar John and PJ Palacielo, who added 11 and 10 points, respectively.
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The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons and the National University Bulldogs share the lead with identical 2-0 records in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament.
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The UP Fighting Maroons achieved their best UAAP start since 1997 with a 4-0 record after a thrilling 80-76 overtime victory against the FEU Tamaraws.
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The UP Fighting Maroons stunned the NU Lady Bulldogs, 72-69, to stay unbeaten in three games and grab the solo lead in Season 86.
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The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons secured a dominant 68-51 victory over the Adamson University Soaring Falcons in the UAAP Season 86 Men's Basketball Tournament.
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The NU Bulldogs secured their third victory in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament by decisively defeating the UST Growling Tigers with a final score of 87-69.
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