Monty Montebon, Adamson Soaring Falcons look to blemish Ateneo in UAAP Season 88

Monty Montebon and the Adamson Soaring Falcons aim to sustain their momentum when they face the league-leading Ateneo Blue Eagles in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament on Sunday, Sept. 28.

Gametime is 4:30 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Adamson is coming off a statement win over defending champion UP, a result that lifted them to 1-1 in the standings. 

While Montebon struggled with efficiency, shooting just 2-of-12 in the game, the Falcons are hopeful he can bounce back and provide the scoring punch needed to take down an unbeaten Ateneo squad.

The Blue Eagles, however, have been rolling to a 2-0 start, most recently escaping UE behind Joaqui Espina’s breakout 17-point outing. 

Ateneo’s depth and composure in close games have them sitting atop the standings early.

With Adamson eager to build off their big win and Ateneo intent on protecting its spotless record, the matchup promises to be a pivotal early-season showdown.

(With reports from Luisa Morales)

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