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UST ruins Pre's 31-point explosion
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers ended their three-game losing streak in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball tournament by defeating the Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws, 79-70.
The Growling Tigers overcame a career-high 31-point performance by FEU rookie Veejay Pre, who also had 14 rebounds.
Nic Cabañero led UST with 16 points, three rebounds, and three assists.
Forthsky Padrigao added 14 points, and Kyle Paranada contributed 13 points, including nine in the crucial fourth quarter.
Foreign student-athlete Mo Tounkara also made a significant return from suspension with an 11-point, 12-rebound double-double.
UST head coach Pido Jarencio highlighted the team's effort and the importance of the win to break their losing skid.
The Growling Tigers now hold a 5-6 win-loss record and are in fourth place, while FEU drops to fifth place with a 3-7 record, tied with Ateneo and Adamson.
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