The top-half of the UAAP Season 87 Final Four picture is set, but the last two slots still have four teams in contention.
The UAAP Season 87’s men’s basketball tournament is in its critical stages, with teams battling for crucial spots in the Final Four.
De La Salle University (DLSU) and the University of the Philippines (UP) have already secured the top-2 seeds, but the remaining positions are still up for grabs, with a tight race developing among UE, UST, Adamson, and FEU.
Here’s a look at where each team stands as of November 12:
DLSU Green Archers (12-1)
DLSU continues to dominate, riding a nine-game winning streak. The Green Archers completed a season sweep of UP to clinch the top seed and lock in their twice-to-beat advantage.
UP Fighting Maroons (9-3)
Despite back-to-back losses, UP holds onto the second seed. The Fighting Maroons have now lost four consecutive games to DLSU, dating back to last year’s Finals.
UE Red Warriors (6-6)
After a promising start, UE has struggled with three straight losses, holding a 1-4 record in round 2.
UST Growling Tigers (6-7)
With a season sweep of UE, UST keeps its hopes alive for the no. 3 seed, remaining firmly in the Final Four race.
Adamson Soaring Falcons (5-7)
Adamson is on the rise, securing back-to-back wins and eliminating NU from Final Four contention.
FEU Tamaraws (5-8)
FEU stays in the hunt after a pivotal win over Ateneo. The Tamaraws’ strong 4-2 record in the second round have fueled their Final Four aspirations.
NU Bulldogs (4-9)
After being the no. 3 seed for the past two seasons, NU is now out of the Final Four picture.
Ateneo Blue Eagles (3-9)
For the first time in the Tab Baldwin era, Ateneo will miss the Final Four, ending a playoff streak that dates back to Season 76.
(With reports from Inna Mina/One Sports)
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