Diplomatic pouch!

Host University of the Philippines waxed hot late to tame University of Santo Tomas, 81-70, and zero in on a first-round sweep in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament.

Nicanor Fortich Jorge knew what he wanted when he first took on the job of coaching the University of the Philippines varsity team right after graduation in the 1960s: teach kids the proper rudiments of basketball.

After a series of school transfers, Prince Ray “Mur” Alao has finally settled with the University of Santo Tomas.

Rizal Xentromall completed the playoffs cast with an 88-73 drubbing of Marikina on Tuesday in the 6th MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Season elimination round at the Paco Arena in Manila.

Two of the hottest teams step on the gas in their similar bids to solidify their places inside the Magic Four at the tailend of the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball first-round eliminations.