De La Salle University could not overcome the last PBA team that frustrated it on opening day.
The Green Archers were overwhelmed by the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in the final of the 2024 Kadayawan Invitational Tournament, falling 138-116 on Sunday evening at the University of Southeastern Philippines Gym in Davao City.
Unlike their 106-105 loss on opening day, the Green Archers were overpowered by the more experienced Elasto Painters throughout the game.
Aaron Fuller led Rain or Shine’s attack according to the stats provided by Madayaw Sports Davao, scoring 34 points on 13-of-19 shooting from the field and grabbing 11 rebounds.
Former Green Archer Andrei Caracut contributed 21 points, built on four treys, while the Ateneo duo of Anton Asistio and Gian Mamuyac added 17 and 14 points, respectively.
Despite the loss, it was a commendable campaign for the defending UAAP champions as they defeated PBA teams Converge (120-112) and Phoenix (104-102).
Kevin Quiambao and Mike Phillips both recorded double-doubles in the defeat, with Quiambao producing 19 points and 16 rebounds, and Phillips netting 18 points and 11 rebounds.
CJ Austria and Mason Amos chipped in 14 and 13 points, respectively.
La Salle will now head to Japan for the World University Basketball Series 2024 in a week’s time.
In the third-place game, Phoenix saved its best for last, defeating Converge 87-81.
Jay McKinnis led the Fuel Masters with 22 points and 14 rebounds.
This was Phoenix’s sole win of the tournament.
Only Scotty Hopson reached double figures for the FiberXers, scoring 16 points.
