MANILA, Philippines — Ateneo de Manila held off Adamson, 73-68, to bounce back in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena Saturday.
Jared Bahay poured in 18 points including the insurance free throws in the last 11 seconds to lead the Blue Eagles, who recovered from their loss to the UP Fighting Maroons last Saturday.
Bahay added six rebounds and five assists to his name while Travis Roberts aided him with 14 points and three rebounds.
Ian Espinosa chipped in 10 points, three rebounds, and three assists for Ateneo, which rose to second place with a 2-1 slate as of posting time.
Precious Jonah logged 17 points and eight rebounds for the Soaring Falcons, who dropped to 1-1.
