Centro Escolar advances to PBA D-League finals with win over San Beda
Centro Escolar University secured their place in the finals of the 2024 PBA D-League Aspirants' Cup by defeating San Beda University with a decisive 78-56 victory in Game 3 on Thursday at the Ynares Sports Arena.
Franz Diaz led Centro Escolar with 21 points and four assists, while Abdul-Wahab Olusesi contributed a double-double of 15 points and 28 rebounds to CEU's dominant performance.
Centro Escolar won their third finals appearance after overcoming earlier losses in Games 1 and 2 to advance under a best-of-three format against reigning champion De La Salle University.
Coach Jeff Perlas emphasized the morale boost from defeating San Beda, noting that CEU is outside of the UAAP and NCAA while San Beda are reigning NCAA champions.
San Beda, now preparing for their centennial season and dealing with player departures including Jacob Cortez who transferred to De La Salle University, will focus on rebuilding after this setback.
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