The Upper Room Eagles powered their way into the 2025 NBL Finals, edging the UWI Runnin’ Rebels 60-51 in a gritty semifinal clash that demanded all 40 minutes.
After the Rebels opened with a fiery 15-6 run, the Eagles stormed back with a 23-12 second-quarter response, taking a narrow 29-27 halftime lead. With a balanced scoring attack, the Eagles outpaced the Rebels 31-24 in the second half to seal the win.
Lebron Lewison led with 14 points and 6 rebounds, while Anthony “Flimo” White contributed a 13-point, 12-rebound double-double. Derjean Royal added 11 points and 5 boards.
Though the Rebels’ season ends here, Omari Green (11 pts, 15 rebs) and Tommy McDonald (10 pts, 8 rebs) fought valiantly to keep hopes alive.
The Eagles now gear up for a finals showdown with the defending champs, Urban Knights. 🏀🔥
