The UE Red Warriors are witnessing a new dawn after a stunner vs reigning UAAP champs DLSU Green Archers. The NU Bulldogs though are searching for answers with an all-Filipino squad in Season 87.
Who wins this battle of resurgence?
The UAAP Season 87 men's basketball tournament continues this Saturday, September 28, as the NU Bulldogs face off against the UE Red Warriors.
The Bulldogs, currently at 1-4, have been hit hard by the absence of big man Mo Diassana, who was ruled out for the season due to an injury. Their recent loss to Adamson, sealed by a buzzer-beater from Joshua Yerro, has added to their mounting pressure.
On the other hand, the Red Warriors have shown signs of life, winning their last two games, including an impressive upset over the defending champions, the DLSU Green Archers. This resurgence has propelled them to a 2-2 record and has given them renewed hope for a strong finish in the season.
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A key matchup to watch will be between John Abate of UE and Jolo Manansala of NU.
Abate, named Player of the Week for his career-high 20-point performance and clutch free throws against La Salle, has been a consistent contributor for the Red Warriors.
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Manansala, meanwhile, has been a steady presence for the Bulldogs, providing scoring and rebounding.
The game will take place at 6:30 p.m. inside the Mall of Asia Arena. It will also air on One Sports, the UAAP Varsity Channel, and the Pilipinas Live app.
[Editor's note: This article was generated by a member of the One Sports Digital team using AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]