UAAP: UP completes come-from-behind win vs. Adamson U for share of lead

University of the Philippines‘ Rey Remogat against Adamson University in UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball. UAAP Media.MANILA — University of the Philippines erased a 13-point deficit to overcome Adamson University, 69-67, in UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball on Wednesday at the Araneta Coliseum in Cubao.

The Fighting Maroons unleashed a 24-to-7 fourth-quarter surge to notch their second straight win, with Rey Remogat leading the way with 14 points and six assists on 3-of-6 shooting from beyond the arc.

Veejay Pre added a 12-point, 10-rebound double-double, while Dikachi Ududo chipped in 13 points, six rebounds, and three steals as State U secured its fourth win in six games for a share of the top spot with Far Eastern University and National University.

On the other hand, Mat Edding paced Adamson with 15 points, while Precious Jonah added 11, but their efforts went for naught as the Soaring Falcons absorbed their third loss in seven outings.