Basketball

UAAP 86 MBB: Figueroa, NU dismantle FEU, advances to second straight Final Four

November 8, 2023

Lorenzo del Carmen

National University continued the woes struggling Far Eastern University, taking a 68-57 victory to enter the Final Four of the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The Bulldogs improved their record to 9-2 in second place to seal their place in the semifinals for a second straight season. “Kagaya […]
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Stags keep semis bid alive with vengeful win against Knights

November 8, 2023

By MARK REY MONTEJO Romel Calahat and Rafael Are led a furious San Sebastian’s onslaught en route to a vengeful 94-75 win over an undermanned Letran in the NCAA Season 99 men’s basketball tournament at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in S...

UP in semis for 5th straight time; Ateneo ends skid

November 8, 2023

By NIKOLE JAVIER Reigning MVP Malick Diouf helped power University of the Philippines past feisty University of the East, 79-72, and into its fifth straight Final Four appearance in the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball tournament on Wedne...

On eve of PBA return, Tallo expresses gratitude to Chooks for giving confidence back

November 7, 2023

Mac Tallo’s return to the Philippine Basketball Association wasn’t as smooth as he had hoped. Unbeknownst to him and Converge, the 29-year-old guard from Cebu had an outstanding penalty to serve after being released by NLEX in 2019. During that time, Tallo had tested positive for a banned substance and was supposed to serve a […]
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Arespacochaga explains Gab Gomez’s rocky minutes so far

November 7, 2023

Lorenzo del Carmen

Ateneo de Manila University is facing a three-game losing streak in the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament, placing the school at risk of missing this year’s Final Four. This marks the first time the Blue Eagles have lost three consecutive games since Season 76. This recent string of poor results has raised several questions, […]
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Charles Tiu appreciative of ‘basketball-focused game’ vs JRU

November 7, 2023

Heading into a tension-riddled second-round matchup against Jose Rizal University, College of Saint Benilde head coach Charles Tiu was already preparing for a grind-it-out, emotional battle. “I think it’s a big game for us. I’m sure JRU will be pumped up to play us again. It was an ugly win for us the last time […]
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NCAA 99: Gozum flexes MVP form as CSB guts out gritty win vs JRU

November 7, 2023

Will Gozum’s MVP-level performance was just enough to give College of Saint Benilde the edge as the Blazers narrowly squeezed past the Jose Rizal University Heavy Bombers, 84-81, in another tense and physical matchup between the two rivals in the NCAA Season 99 Seniors Basketball Tournament on Tuesday at the Filoil Ecooil Centre. The game […]
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Grand prize of P2 million up for grabs in PSL President’s Cup

November 7, 2023

The Pilipinas Super League President’s Cup has just gotten bigger and stronger with at least 18 professional teams seeing action starting tomorrow at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Newly-appointed league Commissioner Allan Caidic laid down the tournament ...

NCAA: Perpetual beats ArellanoU, keeps Final Four bid alive

November 7, 2023

By MARK REY MONTEJO Marcus Nitura and Christian Pagaran formed a deadly1-2 punch as University of Perpetual Help grabbed an 81-74 victory over Arellano University to keep its flickering semis hopes alive in the NCAA Season 99 men’s basketball to...

Guest team jolts Meralco, rules PBA 3×3 tournament

November 7, 2023

Guest team MCFASolver leaned on two pressure-packed free throws by Yutien Andrada to escape past Meralco, 21-20, and win a breakthrough title in the PBA 3×3 Second Conference Tuesday at the Ayala Mall Manila Bay. The veteran big man was fouled by ...

Edwards sizzles as Wolves end Celtics run; losing start for Harden

November 7, 2023

LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Anthony Edwards scored 38 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves ended the Boston Celtics’ unbeaten start to the season on Monday while James Harden made a losing start in his Los Angeles Clippers debut. Edwards’ points ta...

College of St. Benilde thumps Arellano, nears Final Four

November 4, 2023

Will Gozum, Migs Oczon and Miguel Corteza scored in double digits to help push the College of Saint Benilde closer to a Final Four slot on Saturday in the 99th National Collegiate Athletic Association men’s basketball tournament. Gozum almost matched his season high output of 18 points when he knocked in 17 points for the […]
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Vanie Gandler named NLEX Road Warriors’ muse for PBA Season 48 kickoff

November 4, 2023

Manila Standard Sports

The NLEX Road Warriors are delighted to announce Vanessa “Vanie” Gandler as our muse for the upcoming PBA Season 48 Opening Ceremony on Sunday at the SMART Araneta Coliseum. Vanie Gandler currently serves as the outside spiker for the Cignal HD Spikers in the Premier Volleyball League. With her outstanding skills, relentless dedication, and indomitable […]
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FACT CHECK: Kai Sotto did not sign $2-million contract with Los Angeles Lakers

November 3, 2023

The LA-based sports agency Wasserman has not confirmed the supposed deal. The Filipino basketball star is in Japan and currently playing for the Hiroshima Dragonflies.

Gyle Montano steps up when Lyceum needed him most

November 3, 2023

In Friday’s 86-82 victory over the top team, Mapua University, Patrick Montano stepped up to give Lyceum of the Philippines University a timely boost. The 23-year-old, second-year wing from Lyceum was averaging just 4.55 points and 2.36 rebounds in 14:59 minutes of play before Friday. However, as his squad battled with the Cardinals for control […]
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NCAA 99: Lyceum’s revenge tour continues, holds off Mapua for share of lead

November 3, 2023

Lyceum of the Philippines University has found its groove once again in the NCAA Season 99 Seniors Basketball Tournament. The Pirates avenged their first-round loss against the Mapua Cardinals with a gritty 86-82 victory against the Cardinals on Friday at the Filoil Ecooil Centre. After a three-game losing streak to end the first round, the […]
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NCAA 99: EAC ends Letran’s four-peat hopes

November 3, 2023

Emilio Aguinaldo College significantly boosted its Final Four hopes by putting an end to Colegio de San Juan de Letran’s three-year reign over the NCAA. The Generals eliminated the Knights from contention with an 82-69 victory in the NCAA Season 99 Seniors Basketball Tournament on Friday at the Filoil Ecooil Centre. With a 1-11 record […]
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Raptors rebound with dominant win over Bucks

November 2, 2023

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Pascal Siakam scored a game-high 26 points, Dennis Schroder had 24 points and 11 assists and the Toronto Raptors handily defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 130-111 on Wednesday.

Wembanyama, Spurs stun Suns in last-gasp thriller

November 1, 2023

LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Victor Wembanyama scored 18 points as the San Antonio Spurs staged a dramatic comeback to snatch a last-gasp 115-114 victory over Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday, Oct. 31. San Antonio, coming off a brutal 40-point mauli...

From Asiad Glory to PBA Grind: Gilas ready for new season

November 1, 2023

It’s back to the grind now nearly a month after writing history. Members of the Gilas team that struck gold in the 19th Asian Games have returned to their respective clubs for the upcoming PBA Season 48, refusing to get stuck in the past as they look to succeed in the local league this time. […]
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Bonnie not closing doors on Arwind: ‘Sino bang may ayaw to have an Arwind Santos?’

October 31, 2023

If he had his way, NorthPort head coach Bonnie Tan would prefer Arwind Santos remaining with the ball club instead of going somewhere else. “Sino bang may ayaw to have an Arwind Santos sa isang team,” he asked rhetorically during the recent PBA Media Day at One Esplanade. “Sa mga na-contribute niya sa former teams […]
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‘Playing chemistry’ remains a concern for Ateneo this late, laments Tab

October 30, 2023

Lorenzo del Carmen

Since Tab Baldwin led Ateneo de Manila University to the UAAP championship in Season 80, the Blue Eagles have always had an air of invincibility. Ateneo went on to win a three-peat in Season 82 with an 18-0 sweep. They extended this winning streak to as many as 33 games in Season 84. Despite eventually […]
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PSL: King Gallardo lifts New Era to 21U title

October 30, 2023

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King Gallardo hit a clutch three-point shot in the closing seconds, lifting the New Era University Hunters to a thrilling 63-61 victory over the San Juan Kings in the 21U championship of the Pilipinas Super League at the Central Recreational Fitness Center Gym inside the NEU compound in Quezon City recently. Vincent Nablo was named […]
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Abadiano shows way as UP exacts sweet revenge vs Ateneo

October 30, 2023

By NIKOLE JAVIER Gerry Abadiano stepped up big time as University of the Philippines exacted sweet revenge over defending champion Ateneo, 65-60, in the second round of the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball tournament on Sunday night, Oct. 29, at the Sm...

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October 29, 2023

By REYNALD MAGALLON Ry Dela Rosa delivered when it mattered most by burying back-to-back triples in the waning minutes to help Jose Rizal University stave off Arellano, 79-74, in the NCAA Season 99 men’s basketball tournament at the...

Akowe powers NU past Adamson in PG Flex cagefest

October 29, 2023

Collins Akowe put on a monster double-double performance and helped National University slip past Adamson, 66-60, to complete an 8-game sweep of the title in the PG Flex Inter-Secondary tournament on Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Veacon Hope Center in Calo...

Rookie, Sawat deliver as UE halts 5-game slide with win over UST

October 28, 2023

By NIKOLE JAVIER Captain Abdul Sawat and rookie Precious Momowei led the way as University of the East ended a 5-game losing run with an 86-73 demolition of University of Santo Tomas in the second round of the UAAP Season 86 men’s ...

Omandac sizzles as Pirates ambush Generals

October 28, 2023

By MARK REY MONTEJO Jearlan Omandac delivered huge in the absence of skipper Enoch Valdez as Lyceum got back at Emilio Aguinaldo College, 81-78, in the NCAA Season 99 men’s basketball tournament at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San J...

Celtics outlast Heat; Wemby gets first NBA win

October 28, 2023

Warriors 122, Kings 114 Magic 102, Blazers 97 Jazz 120, Clippers 118 Mavericks 125, Nets 120 Spurs 126, Rockets 122 (OT) Bulls 104, Raptors 103 (OT) Thunder 108, Cavaliers 105 Celtics 119, Heat 111 Knicks 1236, Hawks 120 Nuggets 108, Grizzlies 104 Pist...

Kings cautious not to compare new import Bishop to Brownlee

October 28, 2023

By REYNALD MAGALLON Barangay Ginebra is wary of its own expectations of new import Tony Bishop especially that the Kings have been used to playing with Justin Brownlee. The defending Commissioner’s Cup champions have tapped the ser...

La Salle’s Quiambao leads UAAP MVP derby

October 24, 2023

By NIKOLE JAVIER La Salle’s Kevin Quiambao emerged frontrunner in the Most Valuable Player award after the first round of the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball tournament. The race for the individual honor saw the La Salle big...

Thirdy stays hot for San-En as Parks’ Nagoya still spotless

October 22, 2023

By REYNALD MAGALLON Thirdy Ravena’s hot hands from the last two games carried over to this week as the San-En Neophoenix made it three straight wins after a 93-68 demolition of the Gunma Crane Thunders in the Japan B.League on Saturday, Oct. 21....

San Beda repels EAC; CSB wins in finals rematch vs Letran

October 22, 2023

By REYNALD MAGALLON San Beda rode a strong third quarter showing to repulse Emilio Aguinaldo College, 86-72 in the last game day of the first round of the NCAA Season 99 men’s basketball tournament on Sunday, Oct. 22 at the FilOil-EcoOil Arena in...

Lady Tams too much for Lady Warriors in Shakey’s Super League

October 22, 2023

FAR Eastern University poured its wrath on the University of the East, 25-23, 25-17, 27-25, and clinched a twice-to-beat incentive in the upcoming quarterfinals of the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Collegiate Pre-Season Championship on Sunday at the Riza...

UST snaps 19-game skid with thrilling win vs FEU

October 22, 2023

By NIKOLE JAVIER The thirst was finally quenched. Nic Cabañero fueled University of Santo Tomas’ onslaught and the Tigers barged into the winning column with a heart-pounding 68-62 victory over Far Eastern University in the UAAP Season 8...

UAAP 86 WBB: Joson, Ateneo deal UP first loss

October 21, 2023

Lorenzo del Carmen

Ateneo de Manila University denied neighbor University of the Philippines a first round sweep, taking a statement 85-76 victory in the UAAP Season 86 Women’s Basketball Tournament Saturday inside a packed Adamson University Gym on Saturday. Ateneo hit two birds with one stone — improving its record to 5-2 good for third to fourth spots […]
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Cardinals rule NCAA 1st round with win vs Altas

October 21, 2023

By MARK REY MONTEJO JC Recto and Paolo Hernandez struck hardest in the final frame as Mapua escaped Perpetual, 62-61, to end the first round of the NCAA Season 99 men’s basketball tournament on a six-game win streak at the FilOil EcoOil C...

Kean Baclaan shows worth as NU nips Adamson

October 21, 2023

By NIKOLE JAVIER Kean Baclaan caught fire in the second half to help National University fend off Adamson, 69-66, for its fourth straight win in the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball tournament on Saturday, Oct. 21, at the UST Quadri...