Seeking a third straight victory, the DLSU Green Archers face the challenge of no. 2 UST Growling Tigers in a marquee second-round matchup of UAAP Season 88.
La Salle aims for a share of the third spot with champion UP, but the Green Archers face a stern test ahead in the form of the UST Growling Tigers in round 2 of UAAP Season 88 on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Match time is at 4:30 p.m.
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Looking to extend its winning momentum, DLSU targets a third consecutive win to stay in the hunt for a Final Four spot.
At 4-3, the Green Archers are in fourth place behind no. 1 NU (6-2), second-ranked UST (5-2), and third-running UP (5-3).
After a rocky start, the Taft-based squad has strung together back-to-back wins, including a key 73-69 victory over the Fighting Maroons.
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Luis Pablo led the way with a team-high 14 points, while reigning UAAP Player of the Week Jacob Cortez added a solid 12-6-5 stat line.
Against UST, La Salle is eager to avenge its 93-84 opening-round loss from last month.
(With reports from Pao Ambat)
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