Ateneo opens UAAP title defense vs NU

Ateneo Blue Eagles will defend their UAAP basketball title against National University on September 30 at Mall of Asia Arena.

Coach Tab Baldwin emphasizes that every team has a chance to win, praising NU for being tough and well-coached.

Baldwin downplays preseason rankings, focusing instead on his team's growth and improvement throughout the season.

Ateneo returns with new players including Mason Amos, Kai Ballungay, and Sean Quitevis, after losing key players like Dave Ildefonso and Forthsky Padrigao.