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Maroons roll on, punch top 2 berth
The University of the Philippines (UP) Maroons secured a twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball Final Four after defeating the Ateneo Blue Eagles, 79-75.
This victory marked the Maroons' sixth consecutive win against Ateneo and their sixth straight win in the second round.
With this win, UP now holds a 10-3 record, assuring them of a Top Two finish alongside National University (NU).
The Maroons are now competing for the No. 1 seed, with a chance to finish first if they tie with NU.
The win over Ateneo was a comeback victory, with UP overcoming a 16-point deficit.
Adamson also secured a win against La Salle, 61-60, keeping their Final Four hopes alive.
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