University of Santo Tomas (UST) ignited a scorching start then banked on a solid finish as it ripped University of the Philippines (UP), 89-69, to force a do-or-die semifinal game in Season 82 University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) men’s basketball tournament at the Araneta Coliseum.

The Growling Tigers roared to an early 18-point lead and foiled the Fighting Maroons' late fightback to erase the latter's twice-to-beat edge and forge a decider for the remaining finals spot in front of over 17,000 fans.

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