MANILA, Philippines — The University of Santo Tomas held off the University of the East, 98-87, to claim its second straight win in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena Wednesday.
The Growling Tigers led by as many as 23 points but the Red Warriors came as close as six multiple times.
Mark Llemit hit timely baskets to keep UE at bay and finish with 22 points on top of seven rebounds and three assits.
Amiel Acido added 16 points and seven rebounds for the UST, which improved to 2-1 for a 4-way tie with NU, UP, and Ateneo at the upper half of the standings as of posting time.
UE dropped to 0-4 and suffered its 24th straight loss dating back to Season 87.
