La Salle defeats Adamson with third-quarter surge
La Salle defeated Adamson 71-58 in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament on Wednesday at Mall of Asia Arena.
Kevin Quiambao led La Salle with a double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds, adding six assists and a steal.
Evan Nelle also contributed a double-double with 12 points and 15 rebounds along with five assists and three steals.
La Salle went on a decisive 23-0 run in the third quarter to turn a one-point halftime deficit into a comfortable lead, outscoring Adamson 29-11 in the period.
Adamson struggled to mount a comeback despite Jhon Arthur Calisay's and Matt Erolon's combined efforts of 22 points.
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