MANILA, Philippines – The Ateneo Blue Eagles finished as the third placers of the 2016 Filoil preseason tournament following a 66-54 victory over the NU Bulldogs at the San Juan Arena on Sunday, June 12.
Big man Chi Ikeh led Ateneo with 18 points and 17 boards and was instrumental when the Blue Eagles rallied from a 22-8 deficit in the second quarter.
Ateneo, which went up by 10 at the half after limiting the Bulldogs to 6 points in the second period, also received 15 points from Vince Tolentino and 14 points by Thirdy Ravena.
No player scored in double figures for NU, which was led by the 9 points of Chino Mosqueda. Alfred Aroga posted 8 points and 8 rebounds.
The Bulldogs finished the preseason tourney in fourth place. – Rappler.com