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Here are comprehensive game recaps (adapted from Interaksyon):
DLSU over ADU, 91-75
Box scores.
The De La Salle Green Archers cruised to another big win, disposing of the No. 2 team Adamson, 91-75, as they picked up a fifth consecutive win in UAAP Season 79 on Saturday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Ben Mbala dominated again with 21 points on 9-for-11 shooting alongside 16 rebounds and three blocks for La Salle, which furthered its lead atop the standings.
Jeron Teng added 15 points – nine in the fourth quarter – while rookie Aljun Melecio exploded for 13 points in under 12 minutes of action for the Green Archers. Kib Montalbo also contributed with a well-rounded performance with 12 points, eight rebounds and a game-high six assists in the win.
Ahanmisi led Adamson with 22 points while Robbie Manalang finished with 15 for the Falcons, who shot a better percentage from three-point range (11-for-32 for 34%) than two-point range (11-for-34 for 32%). Adamson dropped down to 3-2.
Lines of the Game:
Bem Mbala (DLSU) - 21pts, 16rebs, 2asts, 4stls, 3blks, 9/11 FGs.
Papi Sarr (ADU) - 14pts, 15rebs, 2asts, 2stls, 1blk.
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ADMU over UE, 84-69
Box scores.
The Ateneo Blue Eagles lost a big early lead but managed to hang on as they defeated the UE Red Warriors, 84-69, to move up the UAAP Season 79 standings on Saturday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Anton Asistio hit four three-pointers and shot a perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line en route to a game-high 21 points while Adrian Wong tallied 17 before fouling out in the fourth quarter as they helped Ateneo climb up to 3-2, tying Adamson for second place in the leader’s table.
Chibueze Ikeh and Mike Nieto each added 11 markers for the Blue Eagles, who bounced back from a tough loss in their previous game where they were beaten by a game-winner with 1.9 seconds left.
Lines of the Game:
Anton Asistio (ADMU) - 21pts, 3rebs, 1stl, 4 triples.
Alvin Pasaol (UE) - 22pts, 8rebs, 1ast, 1blk, 2 triples.
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