The UST Growling Tigers vie for an upset against defending champions UP Fighting Maroons in the UAAP Season 88 Final Four.
Gelo Crisostomo and the UST Growling Tigers will aim to push their magical Season 88 run further as they try to force a winner-take-all game against the UP Fighting Maroons in the UAAP Final Four on Wednesday, December 3, 4:30 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
UST enters the matchup knowing they can beat UP — something they already proved in their season opener, marking their first win over the Fighting Maroons in several years.
Despite falling in their final elimination-round game, the Growling Tigers have reasons for optimism heading into the semifinals.
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Crisostomo is coming off one of the best individual performances of the season, delivering 28 points, six rebounds, one assist, four steals, and two blocks on a +20 outing against FEU.
He will once again be central to UST’s hopes as they take on a UP side hungry to bounce back.
With UP holding the twice-to-beat edge, UST must win to stay alive and force a knockout game for a spot in the Finals.
The Tigers’ confidence, improved cohesion, and history-making win earlier this season make them a dangerous opponent for the defending champions.
The game will be livestreamed via Pilipinas Live. It will also be available on TV via One Sports and the UAAP Varsity Channel.
(With reports from Luisa Morales)
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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.]