61-36 Rebounding Edge Highlights UP’s Dominant Win Over UE
University of the Philippines overwhelmed University of the East, 101-70, extending its winning streak to five games Sunday. The Fighting Maroons improved to 7-2 behind balanced scoring, a 61-36 rebounding advantage, and another productive Veejay Pre performance.
UP Takes Early Control in 101-70 Rout of UE
Rom Anzures of ABS-CBN News covered UP’s commanding victory over UE at the Blue Eagle Gym in Katipunan. The Fighting Maroons established a 29-17 first-quarter advantage behind early contributions from Jacob Bayla, Miguel Yniguez, and Reiner Maga.
UE responded during the second quarter, but UP maintained an 11-point advantage and entered halftime leading 51-40. The Fighting Maroons expanded that separation after halftime before eventually building their largest advantage to 34 points.
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Fighting Maroons Build 29-17 First-Quarter Lead
UP established a 12-point advantage during the opening quarter as Bayla, Yniguez, and Maga contributed to the early scoring. UE reduced the margin slightly before halftime, but the Fighting Maroons still carried a 51-40 advantage into the break.
Pre Leads Balanced UP Attack With 14 Points
Veejay Pre led UP with 14 points while adding six rebounds and five assists during the 31-point victory. His all-around production accompanied another balanced offensive showing as several Fighting Maroons contributed meaningful scoring against the Red Warriors.
Gani Stevens scored 13 points and collected five rebounds while facing his former UE team during Sunday’s matchup. Choi Palanca added 12 points as UP finished with three double-digit scorers during its seventh Season 89 victory.
Stevens and Palanca Join Maroons’ Scoring Support
Stevens contributed 13 points against his former team, while Palanca supplied another 12 during UP’s comfortable victory. Nine Fighting Maroons scored at least five points, providing consistent production beyond the team’s three double-digit scorers.
UP Controls Glass With 61-36 Rebounding Advantage
UP outrebounded UE, 61-36, creating a 25-board advantage during another convincing performance from the Fighting Maroons. The sizable difference accompanied UP’s balanced scoring as the Maroons steadily widened their advantage during the second half.
Fourteen UP players entered the game, giving the Fighting Maroons opportunities to distribute minutes throughout their rotation. Deputy coach Christian Luanzon highlighted the continued enthusiasm from reserves who entered after the starters established control.
Fourteen Fighting Maroons Receive Playing Time
UP used 14 players during the victory, allowing reserves to contribute while the Fighting Maroons protected their advantage. Luanzon praised the bench’s enthusiasm and emphasized the group’s ability to maintain its energy throughout the second half.
“What we liked about the game earlier, especially for the players who came off the bench, the excitement was still there,” said Luanzon.
“Around this season, minsan nawawala yung excitement, so Coach Gold [Monteverde] was happy that many were able to play and were able to sustain the energy, especially in the second half,” he added.
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Lagat Scores 23 as UE Drops 29th Straight Game
Toper Lagat led UE with 23 points and converted three three-pointers during another productive individual performance for the Red Warriors. Mo Tanedo contributed 11 points, while Drew Jimenez and Kean Dungca each finished with nine during the defeat.
The result extended UE’s overall losing streak to 29 games while dropping the Red Warriors to 0-9 this season. UE had recently pushed La Salle into overtime and challenged UP more closely during their previous Season 89 meeting.
Red Warriors Fall to 0-9 in Season 89
UE remained winless through nine Season 89 games after suffering its 29th consecutive defeat across multiple UAAP campaigns. Lagat provided 23 points, but the Red Warriors finished 31 points behind UP after another difficult second-half stretch.
UP Improves to 7-2 With Fifth Consecutive Victory
UP improved to 7-2 after collecting its fifth consecutive victory and seventh win through nine Season 89 appearances. The Fighting Maroons continued strengthening their position among the tournament’s leading teams following another convincing second-round result.
The victory also extended UP’s strongest winning stretch of the season while maintaining its place within the top-two race. Balanced scoring and a sizable rebounding advantage accompanied the Maroons’ latest win before their remaining second-round assignments.
Five-Game Winning Streak Strengthens UP’s Position
UP has won five consecutive games since its second defeat, improving to 7-2 through nine Season 89 appearances. The Fighting Maroons reached that mark after scoring 101 points and holding a 25-rebound advantage against winless UE.
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UP’s 61-36 rebounding advantage created extra possessions while preventing UE from generating enough second-chance opportunities to remain competitive. Pre’s all-around production strengthened UP’s balance, allowing him to influence possessions through scoring, rebounding, and playmaking without dominating shots. The Fighting Maroons become increasingly difficult to contain when their bench sustains defensive intensity and offensive rhythm across rotations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did UP beat UE in UAAP Season 89?
UP defeated UE, 101-70, to secure its seventh victory and extend its winning streak to five games.
How many points did Veejay Pre score against UE?
Pre led UP with 14 points while adding six rebounds and five assists during the victory.
What is UP’s UAAP Season 89 record?
The Fighting Maroons improved to 7-2 after defeating the Red Warriors for their fifth consecutive victory.
How many consecutive games has UE lost?
UE’s losing streak reached 29 games overall, including nine consecutive defeats during the UAAP Season 89 tournament.
Who led UE in scoring against UP?
Toper Lagat led the Red Warriors with 23 points while converting three shots from beyond the arc.
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