NCAA: Omandac plays hero in Lyceum's win vs Benilde

Jaerolan Omandac drained the most crucial treys to lift Lyceum of the Philippines University past De La Salle-College of St. Benilde Blazers, 84-81, in Season 99 NCAA men's basketball on Friday at the FilOil EcoOil Arena in San Juan City.

With the Pirates just holding on a tight 76-75 lead with just a minute remaining, Omandac knocked down successive triples for Lyceum's 83-79 lead. The Blazers managed to trim the gap to 81-83, but Enoch Valdez split his freebies to give Lyceum an 84-81 breather. CSB's Prince Carlos went for the desperate heave but missed.

Omandac finished with nine points while helping Lyceum gain a share of top spot with Mapua University for a semis slate."Buti na lang ‘yung instinct ko kay Omandac, sabi ko, hindi naman nashoo-shoot mga tira nito sa labas, pero pagdating ng fourth quarter, laging ready siya,” he said.Miguel Oczon paced the Blazers with 19 points and seven rebounds. Benlide slipped to a 9-5 slate.

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