“Close game,” said La Salle coach Aldin Ayo during the post-game interview. Aljun Melencio provided La Salle with 11 points, while Thomas Torres and Kim Montalbo contributed nine and eight points, respectively, for La Salle. Jeron Teng missed his second straight game for La Salle after undergoing surgery on his left heel to remove bone spurs. Arong led FEU’s fightback in the payoff period unleashing a 12-6 run highlighted by his seven points, including his game winner. FEU’s defense also held off scorer Jay-Jay Alejandro to just 1-of-10 shooting in the field for seven points.

Source: Manila Times October 09, 2016 12:11 UTC