UST clinches 3rd seed in UAAP men's basketball tournament

Updated Wed, November 26, 2025 at 12:12 AM Published Sun, November 23, 2025 at 9:10 PM

The University of Santo Tomas (UST) secured the third seed in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball tournament with an 8-5 record.

This leaves De La Salle University, Far Eastern University (FEU), and Ateneo de Manila University to battle for the remaining semifinal spot.

La Salle holds its fate in its hands and needs a win against Ateneo to secure an outright seat with an 8-6 record.

However, La Salle will be missing wingman EJ Gollena due to a one-game suspension for a disqualifying foul.

If La Salle loses, a playoff scenario involving FEU and Ateneo, both currently at 6-7, could ensue.

UST is set for a rematch with the UP Fighting Maroons, who finished second with a 10-4 slate, while NU and UP hold twice-to-beat incentives.

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