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UAAP: UP not done yet after claiming historic top seed
The UP Fighting Maroons secured the top seed and a twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP Season 86 Final Four by defeating the NU Bulldogs 79-57.
This victory marks the first time UP has finished the elimination round as the number one seed in the Final Four era, ending with a 12-2 record.
Francis Lopez led UP with 13 points, while Malick Diouf and CJ Cansino contributed 10 and 11 points respectively.
With UP's win, the De La Salle Green Archers climbed to the No. 2 spot with an 11-3 record, also securing a twice-to-beat bonus.
The NU Bulldogs, finishing third with a 10-4 record, were paced by Jake Figueroa's 15 points and 10 rebounds.
UP coach Goldwin Monteverde attributed the team's success to their hard work and taking challenges one game at a time.
Guard CJ Cansino highlighted the team's selflessness, trust in the system, and consistent effort as key to their top seeding.
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