Ateneo vs. Adamson // UAAP Season 88 Men’s Basketball

Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
Time: 4:30 pm (Philippine Time)
Venue: Smart Araneta Coliseum
TV: One Sports / UAAP Varsity Channel on Cignal TV
Live Stream: Pilipinas Live
Live Score: <a href="https://uaap.livestats.ph/tournaments/uaap-season-88-men-s-basketball?game_id=10" target="_blank" rel="noopener">uaap.livestats.ph

The Ateneo Blue Eagles are riding high after a gritty 62-60 escape against the UE Red Warriors, and they’ll look to extend their winning streak when they face the Adamson Soaring Falcons in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Ateneo’s prized recruit Kymani Ladi has been nothing short of sensational to start the season. After a 26-point, 9-rebound debut in their overtime win over FEU, the 6-foot-7 forward delivered another double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds against UE, including the game-winning basket. With his poise and clutch shooting, Ladi has quickly become the centerpiece of Ateneo’s attack.

Supporting him is Waki Espina, who scored 17 points in their last game, and guard Jared Bahay, who continues to impress with his all-around contributions. The Blue Eagles have shown resilience in close games, but they will need more consistency to avoid late-game collapses.

Adamson, meanwhile, enters the game fresh off a thrilling 62-59 upset over defending champion UP. Ray Allen Torres emerged as the hero, drilling the game-winning triple with just 2.8 seconds left. Torres finished with 10 points, while Anthony Fransman, Matthew Montebon, and Cedrick Manzano provided strong support with balanced scoring and rebounding.

The Soaring Falcons also showed depth, with seven players scoring at least six points in their last outing. Their defense forced UP into costly mistakes, and they’ll aim to replicate that gritty effort against Ateneo’s loaded roster.

This matchup will test Ateneo’s ability to handle a tough, defensive-minded Adamson squad. Both teams are looking to build momentum early in the season — Ateneo aiming for a 3-0 start, and Adamson seeking back-to-back wins after a strong bounce-back performance.