Ateneo 71, National U 66
-The NU Bulldogs power on the court was centered around Ray Ray Parks, who played like a young PBA import alongside a sea of locals. But then, the Blue Eagles' trademark defense made sure that Parks will not spoil the weekend for Ateneo. Despite hitting crucial baskets (and even a few foul shots) late in the second half, he was not able to score during the first quarter, and only barely in the second. Credits to those who were able to hold him off, including Bacon Austria, Kirk Long, and Kiefer Ravena. Yes, it is a problem for NU, but the more pressing question might be: will he be allowed to suit up for Season 74?
-After being relatively quiet in the first four Fil-Oil games, Justin Chua came to play, as he was able to chip in 17 big points, making 7 out of 8 of his attempts from the field. Just like what he did against UST last year (first round), he was able to find his spot outside the paint and nail in those crucial jumpers. In fact, he was the one who gave the Eagles an early 13-point lead which became an advantage early in the first half.
-As a whole, this was one of those days when the offense was very remarkable. All save one were able to score points, and the ball movement was dynamic. Even though there were a few botched fastbreak attempts and bad shots, the Blue Eagles exerted their efforts to make good baskets, resulting in a 55% shooting percentage from inside the rainbow. The most number of shots attempted were eight (Salva and Chua), followed by 7 from Ravena, and the rest had less than or equal to 4.
-During the third quarter, it was surprising that Coach Sandy left the first five of Monfort, Long, Salva, Sumalinog, and Golla for five straight minutes. Fortunately, they still dictated the flow of the game despite big attempts by Ray Ray Parks and the rest of the Bulldogs to grab that lead. But isn't five minutes too long to let them stay all through out? Ateneo has a lot of great players who can step up when given the chance. Just sayin'.
-The Blue Eagles made 7 out of their 23 attempts from beyond the arc, but at least three of them came in during the crucial moments. Miraculously, Bacon Austria was able to make one, with two more from Eman Monfort (who, in the previous matches against UAAP teams, was not able to shoot treys) during the dying minutes of the game. Ateneo is a potent three point shooting team, but what made the Eagles dangerous is the fact that they do not shoot threes that much. It just happens that when long-range sniping is needed, the guys can create plays that enable them to knock down those threes.
-Where is Emmanuel Mbe? Sources say that he headed off to France for a vacation, and was set to return last Friday, 6th of May. Unfortunately, he did not play this game, and Coach Eric Altamirano turned to Henri Betayene for some height from the inside. But then, this Cameroonian who previously attended the University of the East did not become a factor, with only 2 points and the inability to hold off Ateneo's bigs. Can he be a threat in the future once he fits in Coach E's system?
Scores:
Ateneo 71 – Chua 17, Ravena 13, Monfort 11, Salva 8, Erram 6, Austria 6, Long 2, Golla 2, Gonzaga 2, Sumalinog 2, Tiongson 0
NU 66 – Parks 21, Khobuntin 10, Alolino 10, Singh 7, Villamor 5, Celda 4, Labing-isa 3, Betayene 2, Neypes 2, Magat 2, Eman 0, Terso 0, Ignacio 0, Celiz 0, Javillonar 0, Roño 0
Quarter scoring: 17-13, 39-35, 50-50, 71-66
-After being relatively quiet in the first four Fil-Oil games, Justin Chua came to play, as he was able to chip in 17 big points, making 7 out of 8 of his attempts from the field. Just like what he did against UST last year (first round), he was able to find his spot outside the paint and nail in those crucial jumpers. In fact, he was the one who gave the Eagles an early 13-point lead which became an advantage early in the first half.
-As a whole, this was one of those days when the offense was very remarkable. All save one were able to score points, and the ball movement was dynamic. Even though there were a few botched fastbreak attempts and bad shots, the Blue Eagles exerted their efforts to make good baskets, resulting in a 55% shooting percentage from inside the rainbow. The most number of shots attempted were eight (Salva and Chua), followed by 7 from Ravena, and the rest had less than or equal to 4.
-During the third quarter, it was surprising that Coach Sandy left the first five of Monfort, Long, Salva, Sumalinog, and Golla for five straight minutes. Fortunately, they still dictated the flow of the game despite big attempts by Ray Ray Parks and the rest of the Bulldogs to grab that lead. But isn't five minutes too long to let them stay all through out? Ateneo has a lot of great players who can step up when given the chance. Just sayin'.
-The Blue Eagles made 7 out of their 23 attempts from beyond the arc, but at least three of them came in during the crucial moments. Miraculously, Bacon Austria was able to make one, with two more from Eman Monfort (who, in the previous matches against UAAP teams, was not able to shoot treys) during the dying minutes of the game. Ateneo is a potent three point shooting team, but what made the Eagles dangerous is the fact that they do not shoot threes that much. It just happens that when long-range sniping is needed, the guys can create plays that enable them to knock down those threes.
-Where is Emmanuel Mbe? Sources say that he headed off to France for a vacation, and was set to return last Friday, 6th of May. Unfortunately, he did not play this game, and Coach Eric Altamirano turned to Henri Betayene for some height from the inside. But then, this Cameroonian who previously attended the University of the East did not become a factor, with only 2 points and the inability to hold off Ateneo's bigs. Can he be a threat in the future once he fits in Coach E's system?
Scores:
NU 66 – Parks 21, Khobuntin 10, Alolino 10, Singh 7, Villamor 5, Celda 4, Labing-isa 3, Betayene 2, Neypes 2, Magat 2, Eman 0, Terso 0, Ignacio 0, Celiz 0, Javillonar 0, Roño 0
Quarter scoring: 17-13, 39-35, 50-50, 71-66
Inboundpass.com for the scores, Ballerspinas.com for the photo.
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