UE beats Adamson 53-47 to end 30-game losing streak
The Red Warriors improved to 1-10, while Adamson dropped to 4-8 and remained without a victory in the second round.
University of the East finally broke its 30-game losing run by defeating Adamson University 53-47 at Smart Araneta Coliseum in UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball.
The Red Warriors had gone without a win since beating National University in October 2024, during Season 87’s second round. Despite the victory, UE remained out of contention with a 1-10 record. Adamson slipped to 4-8, still searching for its first second-round win.
Toper Lagat and Mo Tañedo each supplied 14 points for UE. Lagat also recorded four assists and two steals. JM Edokou contributed 13 points, 10 rebounds, two steals and one assist.
UE finished the opening quarter ahead 21-11, but managed only seven points in the next period. Its advantage stood at 28-24 at the break and narrowed to 46-44 after the third quarter before the Red Warriors held on for the win.
Manu Anabo topped Adamson’s scoring with 12 points. Monty Montebon added 10 points, three steals and two rebounds.
