FEU Tamaraws outscore DLSU Green Archers in UAAP thriller

KIRBY MONGCOPA finished off a perfect Janrey Pasaol setup, draining the go-ahead layup that kept Far Eastern University (FEU) alive in the UAAP Season 88 Men's Basketball Final Four race with an 84-83 win over De La Salle University (DLSU) on Sunday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

- John Bryan Ulanday

The DLSU Green Archers earned three consecutive golden opportunities to extend their 83-82 lead thanks to the hustle of Mike Phillips, who grabbed two late offensive rebounds.

The first two attempts were missed by Jacob Cortez, but La Salle retained possession after another offensive board by Mr. Phillips.

The third try went to EJ Gollena, who misfired again before Mo Konateh finally secured the rebound for the FEU Tamaraws, passing it to Janrey Pasaol at half-court, who then found Mr. Mongcopa open in the paint for the lead with 26.2 seconds remaining.

Trying to regain the lead, Mr. Cortez drove to the basket, but Mr. Mongcopa shone again on the other end, blocking the Green Archers guard's shot with 15 seconds left. FEU, however, turned the ball over, giving La Salle one last chance.