Sarr’s big game lifts Adamson past UE

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Sarr’s big game lifts Adamson past UE

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Adamson snaps a two-game losing skid and improves to 5-5 to improve the team's Final Four chances

MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) – The Adamson Soaring Falcons snapped a two-game losing streak by defeating the UE Red Warriors, 79-71, thanks to a big-time performance by center Papi Sarr on Saturday, October 22, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Cubao.

In what was the second instalment of Season 79’s Pumaren Bowl, it was Adamson which this time came up with the big shots late to secure the victory. The Falcons now improve their record to 5-5, while the Red Warriors dropped even further from the Final Four picture at 2-8.

Sarr finished with 25 points on 9-of-18 shooting and added 15 rebounds – 6 on the offensive end. Jerrick Ahanmisi also had another stellar game with 17 points, 4 triples, 3 boards, and 3 assists. As a team, Adamson shot 42% from the floor.

Alvin Pasaol led UE with 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Paul Varilla also played well with 13 points and 6 boards.

After a 3-ball by Philip Manalang cut Adamson’s lead to 70-66, two straight baskets by Sarr in the paint put his team on top by 8 for breathing room.

Varilla then nailed a 3-pointer of his own, but Sarr was able to eventually seal the win by getting fouled and nailing two charities. 

The win put the Falcons in fourth place in the standings.

Scores

Adamson (79): Sarr 25, Ahanmisi 17, Manalang 9, Manganti 8, Mustre 7, Camacho 4, Espeleta 4, Paranada 3, Bernardo 2, Chua 0, Ng 0, Ochea 0, Pasturan 0

UE (71): Pasaol 16, Varilla 13, Abanto 10, Penuela 8, Armenion 4, Bartolome 4, Manalang 4, Olayon 4, Palma 4, De Leon 2, Gagate 2

Quarter scores: 24-20, 40-40, 69-58, 79-71 – Rappler.com

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