The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons have etched their names in UAAP history once again. In a thrilling Game 3 of the 87th UAAP Men's
The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons have etched their names in UAAP history once again.
In a thrilling Game 3 of the 87th UAAP Men’s Basketball Finals, the Maroons defeated the defending champion La Salle Green Archers, 66-62, on Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum. Quentin Millora-Brown, the towering Fil-Am center, proved to be the hero of the game. With 11.3 seconds left on the clock, he calmly sank two crucial free throws to secure the victory for UP. Millora-Brown finished with 14 points and 10 rebounds.Both teams showcased impressive performances throughout the series.
On the other side, Mike Phillips was a standout for the Green Archers, contributing 18 points. However, the absence of a dominant performance from Kevin Quiambao, who was closely guarded by the Maroons’ defense, hindered La Salle’s efforts.The post-game scene, where JD Cagulangan joined the Green Archers in singing their alma mater song.
In another exciting matchup, the National University Lady Bulldogs clinched the women’s basketball title, defeating the University of Santo Tomas Golden Tigresses, 78-73. Cielo Pagdulagan, the league’s Rookie of the Year, played a pivotal role in NU’s victory.
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