MANILA, Philippines --In the second game of NCAA Monday, Lyceum drew strength from Joseph Gabayni double-double effort as it edged Mapua, 80-78, to jump to a share of fifth spot with Jose Rizal.
Gabayni had game-highs 23 points and 10 boards to propel the Pirates to their second win in four starts.
The Cardinals fell to their fourth straight defeat.
Second Game
Lyceum 80- Gabayni 23, Zamora 16, Lesmoras 15, Mbbida 15, Ko 6, Bulawan 4, Malabanan 1, Baltazar 0, Taladua 0, Maconocido 0
Mapua 78- Estrella 19, Saitanan 13, Gabo 10, Layug 9, Isit 8, Cantos 8, Canaynay 6, Tubiano 4, Magsigay 1, Galoso 0
Quarterscores: 20-19; 37-32; 64-52; 80-78