Aside from the Adamson Soaring Falcons and UST Growling Tigers, the DLSU Green Archers and UP Fighting Maroons find themselves in a familiar situation in UAAP Season 87.
The UAAP Season 87 Final Four is set, with the DLSU Green Archers, UP Fighting Maroons, UST Growling Tigers, and Adamson Soaring Falcons ready to vie for the coveted championship. Each team brings a unique narrative to the postseason, promising thrilling basketball action for fans.
DLSU Green Archers: The Defending Champions
The DLSU Green Archers enter the Final Four as the top seed, backed by a stellar 12-2 record. After an early upset loss to the UE Red Warriors, 71-75, the defending champions showcased resilience with a nine-game win streak.
Their only other setback came at the hands of the NU Bulldogs, 54-63, late in the second round.
Ranked first in both rounds, DLSU secured the top seed and a twice-to-beat advantage. With their eyes set on back-to-back titles, the Green Archers aim to assert their dominance once more.
UP Fighting Maroons: The Consistent Contender
The UP Fighting Maroons finished second with an 11-3 record, marking their sixth consecutive Final Four appearance. Despite a promising 6-0 start, UP struggled against DLSU, losing both elimination round matchups (56-68 and 47-67).
A second-round upset by NU also highlighted the team’s vulnerability.
Ranked second with a twice-to-beat edge, UP will look to overcome past hurdles and secure another finals berth after finishing as Season 86 runners-up.
UST Growling Tigers: The Cinderella Story
The UST Growling Tigers clinched third place with a 7-7 record, making their first Final Four appearance since 2019.
Despite failing to secure wins against top seeds DLSU and UP during the eliminations, UST capitalized on the UE Red Warriors’ collapse to solidify their spot.
Coming from an eighth-place finish in Season 86, the Growling Tigers' resurgence adds an underdog element to the Final Four.
Adamson Soaring Falcons: The Late Bloomer
Adamson clawed their way to the Final Four after a dramatic turnaround. Following a 5-game losing streak, the Falcons stunned Ateneo and then outlasted UE in a knockout game, 68-55, to seal the fourth spot.
With a 6-8 record, Adamson aims to shake up the competition in their second Final Four appearance in three seasons.
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The Final Four Landscape
- DLSU Green Archers (12-2): Ranked 1st, twice-to-beat
- UP Fighting Maroons (11-3): Ranked 2nd, twice-to-beat
- UST Growling Tigers (7-7): Ranked 3rd
- Adamson Soaring Falcons (6-8): Ranked 4th
With powerhouse programs and inspiring underdog stories, the UAAP Season 87 Final Four promises intensity, drama, and unforgettable moments.
Can the Green Archers defend their crown, or will another contender rise to the top?
All eyes are on the court as the chase for the championship begins on Saturday, November 30, as second-seed UP face UST at the Araneta Coliseum at 3:30 p.m.
The second game will see reigning champions DLSU clash with Adamson at 6:30 p.m.
[Editor's note: This article was generated by AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]