The La Salle Green Archers will look to slow down a confident UST side in UAAP Season 88 men's basketball action.
Mason Amos and the DLSU Green Archers seek back-to-back wins when they clash with the UST Growling Tigers in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Tip off is slated for 4:30 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
La Salle opened its campaign with a hard-fought two-point escape over Adamson, with Amos knocking down the dagger triple to preserve the victory.
Now, the transferee forward will aim to bounce back from his modest six-point debut as the Green Archers look to show sharper form in their second outing.
The Archers will be tested against a UST side brimming with confidence after a 20-point demolition of defending champion UP.
Rookie Collins Akowe powered the Tigers with a stunning 29-point, 17-rebound debut, while guard Forthsky Padrigao returns from a one-game suspension to add more depth.
Both teams are at 1-0, and the winner will keep pace with early leader Ateneo (2-0), making Saturday’s matchup an important test of contender credentials.
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Luisa Morales is a sports writer with a special interest in promoting women’s sports.
Her coverage highlights include the UAAP, PVL, Southeast Asian Games, and the FIBA World Cup. She also follows Alex Eala, the Philippine women’s national football team, and mixed martial arts.