Andrada leads San Beda past Mapua in Finals rematch

Updated Wed, October 9, 2024 at 7:10 PM Published Tue, October 8, 2024 at 6:50 PM

Yuki Andrada's clutch performance in overtime propelled San Beda University to a 76-69 victory against Mapua University in a Finals rematch during the NCAA Season 100 men's basketball tournament.

Andrada was the game's top scorer with 18 points, including crucial baskets in the extra period, and also contributed seven rebounds.

Last year's Finals MVP, James Payosing, supported the team with 15 points and seven rebounds.

For Mapua, Marc Cuenco had 20 points, five assists, and four rebounds, while reigning MVP Clint Escamis struggled from the field but still managed 19 points.

San Beda coach Yuri Escueta credited his team's defense for continuing their mastery over Mapua, making it three wins in a row against the Cardinals.

With the win, San Beda created a logjam for the second seed with Mapua and Letran, all holding an identical record of 6-3.

In other games, College of St. Benilde ended its first round with a dominant win over Jose Rizal University, 84-69.

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