THE University of Perpetual Help System DALTA aims to secure their fourth victory when they take on the San Sebastian College Stags in the continuation of the NCAA Season 100 men’s basketball tournament at the FilOil EcoOil Center in San Juan City on Tuesday.
Coach Olsen Racela’s Altas are coming off a strong 73-68 win over the EAC Generals, while the Golden Stags are reeling from a loss to the Arellano University Chief.
All eyes are on Altas rookie sensation Mark Gojo Cruz, who has averaged 16 points, 6 boards, 3.4 assists, 2 steals, and a block per game in his five games with the Las Pinas City-based squad.
But Racela also expects contributions from team captain Christian Pagaran, John Abis, Jearico Nuñez, and point guards Shawn Orgo and Axl Manuel.
Altas bench players JP Boral, Gelo Gelsano, Emna Pizarro, Ralph Cauguiran, Iñigo Montemayor, and Nath Sevilla are also ready to support the team’s offense and defense.
The Stags are looking to recover from a three-game losing streak, including a loss to Arellano U (87-73), after recording impressive back-to-back wins at the beginning of the league’s centennial season.
Meanwhile, host Lyceum Pirates and Mapua Cardinals clash in the 2:30 p.m. main game.
Perpetual Help has a 3-2 win-loss slate tied with Letran and defending champion San Beda University.
The St. Benilde Blazers are still on top with a 4-1 record, while the Cardinals are second with a 3-1 standing.
