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UAAP: Francis Nnoruka leads UP as system clicks for win over UE
The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons secured their eighth win in 11 games, defeating the University of the East (UE) Red Warriors, 70-61, in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament.
This victory, which improved UP's record to 8-3, kept them on track for a twice-to-beat incentive in the Final Four.
Francis Nnoruka led the Fighting Maroons with 16 points, 12 rebounds, four assists, and four blocks, attributing the win to "sticking to the system" and playing their roles well.
He stated, "We played within the system, passed the ball and got stops."
UP tallied 12 steals and seven blocks to force the Red Warriors to 20 team turnovers, with Nnoruka also noting their transition offense.
Sean Alter also contributed significantly with 13 points, six rebounds, and two blocks, while Gerry Abadiano added 10 points.
The Red Warriors remain winless in the tournament at 0-11, extending their losing streak to 17 games, and the game also marked the return of UE head coach Chris Gavina from a four-game suspension.
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