La Salle defeats Ateneo to clinch top spot

La Salle defeated Ateneo, 72-69, in Saturday's UAAP Season 86 men's basketball game to clinch the top spot with an 11-3 record.

Kevin Quiambao led La Salle with 14 points, nine rebounds, and six assists, while Mike Phillips added 10 points, 14 rebounds, four steals, and two blocks.

The win secures at least a twice-to-beat bonus for La Salle in the semifinals, putting them in a strong position to secure the No. 1 seed if UP wins their final game against NU on Sunday.

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