The National University Bulldogs went straight to business as they pounced the University of the East Red Warriors 86-69 to open up the 80th season of the UAAP.
The Bulldogs bit hard early in the game, taking a 20-13 lead in the opening period that was extended to a 38-30 lead at the end of the first half.
National U continues to control the pace of the game as they enter the second half, pushing their lead up 66-53. They even pushed their lead as high as 17 points in the final period, leaving the Red Warriors down in this match.
Dave Yu finally broke out of his shell after he led NU in their first win with 14 points, followed by Reggie Morido with 12 points, while Jjay Alejandro and Issa Gaye both had 11 points.
Alvin Pasaol top scored on the side of
the Red Warriors with 14 points, while Mark Maloles and Rey Acuno both added 10
points in this defeat.
Last year’s runners up Ateneo De Manila University showed their dominance over the “top contender” Adamson Soaring Falcons after a blowout 85-65 victory.
It was a complete dominance exemplified by the guys from Katipunan after they controlled the whole game, taking a 43-28 at the end of the first half. They even pushed their lead as high as 22 points in the second half to crash down the Falcons.
Two Blue Eagles scored an early double-double feat, first is Thirdy Ravena with 20 points and 10 rebounds and second was Chibueze Ikeh with 18 points and 17 rebounds, adding to that is Jolo Mendoza with 14 points.
Rookies powered the Adamson Falcons in this loss, Kurt Loreja had 11 points while Keith Zaldiviar added 10 points.
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