UST Growling Tigers snatch comeback win vs NU Bulldogs

Updated Sun, September 22, 2024 at 5:20 AM Published Sat, September 21, 2024 at 7:15 PM

The UST Growling Tigers secured a thrilling 67-64 comeback victory over the National University (NU) Bulldogs in UAAP Season 87 men's basketball, improving their record to 3-1.

This win snapped a six-game head-to-head losing skid to the Bulldogs since Season 84.

The Tigers secured the win through a crucial fourth-quarter run, with Forthsky Padrigao making the go-ahead step-back jumper with 29 seconds remaining.

Mo Tounkara led UST with 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Christian Manaytay added 14 points.

Nic Cabañero contributed 10 points, and Padrigao finished with eight points, five assists, and three rebounds.

Coach Pido Jarencio highlighted the team's focus and aggressive play after their previous loss to Adamson, crediting the win to a total team effort and the players' will to win.

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