The UP Fighting Maroons battle for redemption as they take on defending champions De La Salle Green Archers in this UAAP Finals rematch.
The UAAP Season 87 men's basketball finals will once again feature a clash of titans as defending champions De La Salle Green Archers take on the UP Fighting Maroons in a best-of-three series starting December 8 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
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La Salle is aiming for back-to-back titles after an impressive 12-1 elimination record. The Green Archers, led by MVP favorite Kevin Quiambao, have established themselves as the league’s gold standard.
For UP, it’s another chapter in their finals streak, marking their fourth straight and fifth appearance in six seasons. However, the Maroons are looking to overcome the heartbreak of only one championship—Season 84—during this run.
UP boasts a deep lineup featuring JD Cagulangan, the league's steals leader and second in assists.
And then there's Quentin Millora-Brown, who ranks among the top five in rebounds and blocks.
Sharpshooter Harold Alarcon adds firepower, coming off a hot streak in the playoffs.
The Maroons, though, must address their slow starts and consistency issues—lessons from elimination round losses.
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Will UP finally reclaim the crown or will La Salle solidify its dynasty? The battle begins Sunday, December 8, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
[Editor's note: This article was generated by a member of the One Sports Digital team using AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]