MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University hammered the University of the East, 93-70, at the Mall of Asia Arena Saturday to take its first win in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament.
Kirby Mongcopa pumped 13 points, 13 rebounds, and six assists to lead the Tamaraws, who bounced back from their season-opening loss to the Adamson Soaring Falcons.
Mo Konateh came through with 15 points and nine rebounds while Jorick Bautista chipped in 13 points.
Toper Lagat scored 20 points and five rebounds for the Red Warriors, who played under interim coach Paolo Hubalde after Chris Gavina resigned as head coach.
UE dropped to 0-3.
