NU Bulldogs edge UST, claim top spot in UAAP

The National University (NU) Bulldogs secured a crucial 76-65 victory over the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers on Saturday, November 11.

Coach Jeff Napa expressed confidence in his team's strategy and emphasized the importance of proving doubters wrong.

Kean Baclaan led NU with 25 points, five assists, two rebounds, a steal, and a block, while Patrick Yu contributed nine rebounds.

The Bulldogs improved their record to 10-2, tying them with UP Fighting Maroons for first place in the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball tournament.

Both teams will face off again on November 19 to determine their final standings for the Final Four.

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