Letran Knights edge Jose Rizal 70-62, Perpetual Holds Off Arellano
The Letran Knights secured a 70-62 victory over Jose Rizal University in their NCAA Season 100 basketball game on Friday, with Jimboy Estrada and Deo Cuajao leading the decisive run.
Estrada finished with 22 points and nine rebounds, while Cuajao scored crucial three-pointers to break the tie in the final four minutes.
The win marked Letran's first victory after their defeat against San Sebastian Stags earlier this season.
Meanwhile, Perpetual Help showed composure in the face of a late, furious Arellano fight back to secure a 69-67 victory and share the top spot with College of Saint Benilde and San Beda.
John Gojo Cruz led Perpetual with 20 points as they maintained their perfect record despite squandering a double-digit lead in the final minutes.
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