UP, NU share UAAP basketball lead at 2-0

Updated Wed, October 4, 2023 at 7:54 PM Published Wed, October 4, 2023 at 12:16 PM

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.

The UP Fighting Maroons defeated the University of the East Red Warriors, 84-69, to maintain their undefeated streak.

UP established an early dominant lead, peaking at 32-6 near the end of the first quarter, which UE failed to recover from.

While UE managed to trim the deficit to nine points in the fourth quarter, UP responded with a 10-0 run to secure the win.

Reigning MVP Malick Diouf led UP with 19 points and 16 rebounds, along with 3 blocks, 2 steals, and 2 assists.

CJ Cansino provided 17 points off the bench, hitting three three-pointers, while Janjan Felicilda added a game-high 8 assists.

Precious Momowei paced UE with a double-double of 12 points and 22 rebounds, but committed 7 turnovers.

Despite the win, UP's coaching staff noted the team's need for greater consistency in future matches.

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