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FEU hands NU first loss in UAAP juniors
FEU hands NU first loss in UAAP juniors
Title FEU Hands NU First Loss in UAAP Juniors as Burgos Sinks Game-Winner
The Far Eastern University (FEU)-Diliman Baby Tamaraws handed National University (NU) Nazareth School its first loss of the season, 79-78, in a thrilling encounter in the UAAP Season 88 Boys' Basketball Tournament.
With the game tied at 78-all and just 4.8 seconds remaining, FEU-Diliman's Marc Burgos sank a crucial free throw to seal the win. The decisive moment came after Shaun Lucido had tied the game from the line, setting up the dramatic finish.
The Baby Tamaraws' remarkable comeback was a testament to their collective effort and determination. Trailing 69-76 with just 247 remaining, FEU-Diliman slowly chipped away at the deficit, fueled by inside baskets from Cabonilas, Gambian center Assan Gaye, and Burgos himself.
The turning point came when Cabonilas sank a go-ahead three-pointer to give FEU-Diliman a 78-76 lead with just 18.9 seconds left. However, Lucido's response from the line tied the game at 78-all, setting up the climactic finish.
Burgos' heroics were a direct result of his team's resilience and teamwork. The 6-foot-5 forward from Nueva Ecija had previously missed an alley-oop attempt, but his ability to draw a shooting foul on Corian Cabantog with just 1.1 seconds remaining proved decisive.
The win was a significant bounce-back for FEU-Diliman, which had suffered a 71-90 loss to Ateneo de Manila University last Wednesday. The Baby Tamaraws now find themselves tied with NU Nazareth School in the standings at 2-1.
This thrilling encounter serves as a testament to the competitive nature of the UAAP juniors tournament, where each game has the potential to be a nail-biter. As we look ahead to the remainder of the season, it will be interesting to see how these teams continue to develop and adapt to the challenges that lie ahead.
Keywords UAAP juniors, FEU-Diliman Baby Tamaraws, National University Nazareth School, Marc Burgos, Shaun Lucido, Cabonilas, Assan Gaye, comeback victory
