The Blue Eagles banked on a balanced attack as they snatched the solo lead in Group A with six wins in as many games — one victory away from an assured playoff spot. Kim Aurin led the Altas with 18 points while Rey Peralta scored 11 markers and Nigerian center Prince Eze had 10 points on top of 10 boards. Acuno finished with 20 points, including six straight markers to give UE a comfortable 76-69 lead with 2:41 left. Alvin Pasaol topscored with 22 points plus 14 rebounds while Jojo Antiporda added 14 markers for the Red Warriors. Rookie Dave Ildefonso tallied 14 points, JV Gallego had 11 markers while John Lloyd Clemente and Shaun Ildefonso finished with 10 points apiece for the Bulldogs, who slid to 3-5.

Source: Manila Times June 01, 2018 17:03 UTC