UST’s last four-game streak came in UAAP Season 78 on their way to the Finals. Can the Growling Tigers match that mark in their first-round finale against Adamson?
UST looks to extend its hot start in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament as the Growling Tigers go head-to-head with the Adamson Soaring Falcons on Saturday, October 18, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Match time is at 4:30 p.m.
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At 5-1, UST is tied atop the standings with the NU Bulldogs, matching the Tigers’ best start in over a decade.
Riding high from a 92-80 victory over the FEU Tamaraws in their previous outing, the Growling Tigers are aiming for their fourth consecutive win in the opening round.
Kyle Paranda led the charge off the bench with 19 points on a near-perfect 7-of-8 shooting in just 18 minutes of play.
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Reigning UAAP Player of the Week Gelo Crisostomo and team captain Nic Cabañero also contributed 14 points apiece, with rookie Collins Akowe chipping a solid 12-point, 11-rebound outing for his fifth double-double in the last six games.
With momentum on their side, the Growling Tigers will look to maintain their top spot and continue their pursuit of a strong opening round finish.
(With reports from Pao Ambat)
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[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]