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Semis-bound UP reasserts mastery over Ateneo, deals Tab Baldwin worst loss in UAAP
The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons decisively defeated the Ateneo Blue Eagles, 75-47, handing coach Tab Baldwin his most significant loss in the UAAP.
Francis Lopez was the top scorer for UP with 20 points on an efficient 7-of-9 shooting in less than 19 minutes, supported by Quentin Millora-Brown's double-double of 11 points and 10 rebounds.
This victory marks the ninth win for the Final Four-bound Maroons in 10 games, and their fourth straight win against Ateneo.
The 28-point thrashing is Tab Baldwin's worst loss as UAAP head coach, surpassing the 16-point blowout from their previous encounter.
Despite securing a playoff spot, UP coach Goldwin Monteverde emphasized the team's continued hunger and focus on their goal of redemption.
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