3×3.EXE Premier 2025 Tips Off in Vietnam as a New Season Dawns

3×3.EXE Premier 2025 Tips Off in Vietnam as a New Season Dawns – Round 1-4 recap

Round 1 – 4 Recap

With four rounds and 36 games now completed, we’ve officially passed the halfway mark in the 3×3.EXE Premier Vietnam 2025 season. From clutch finishes to breakout performances, fans have continued to pack the stands at AEON Mall Celadon, eager to witness the high-flying action above the rim.

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Round 1 – A Statement Start from the Defending Champs

Pool Stage
Saigon Heat.EXE came out with intent, showcasing their experience and chemistry from the opening tip. They dominated Pool A, dispatching both HBA.EXE and HCMC Wings.EXE in commanding fashion. In Pool B, Uncle Drew Manila.EXE edged out two thrilling contests — a narrow 18–16 win over Saigonect Minakami.EXE and a 21–17 victory over Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE — securing their place in the semifinals.

Semi-Finals

Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 14
Locked at 9–9 halfway through, the Heat turned up the pressure with a 5-0 burst led by their pick-and-roll game and isolation efficiency. Kuala Lumpur’s late push wasn’t enough as foul trouble stalled their momentum.
Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 21 def. HBA.EXE 19
HBA started strong, racing to a 13–9 lead, but fouls and deep shooting from Uncle Drew Manila.EXE flipped the momentum. The game finished at the free throw line with all final points coming from the stripe.

Final

Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 12
A hot 10–5 start from the Heat and an untimely injury for Uncle Drew Manila.EXE proved decisive. Saigon kept the pressure up, knocking down open 2s and limiting Uncle Drew’s rhythm to claim their first title of the season.

🏆 Round 1 Champions – Saigon Heat.EXE
🥈 Runner-up – Uncle Drew Manila.EXE
⭐ MVP – Davon Dillard (Saigon Heat.EXE)

Scores:

Game 1: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. HBA.EXE 14
Game 2: Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 18 def. Saigonect Minakami.EXE 16
Game 3: HBA.EXE 21 def. HCMC Wings.EXE 19
Game 4: Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 21 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 17
Game 5: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. HCMC Wings.EXE 11
Game 6: Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 21 def. Saigonect Minakami.EXE 8
SF1: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 14
SF2: Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 21 def. HBA.EXE 19
Final: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 12

Round 2 – Redemption, Rebounds, and Rising Stars

Pool Stage
The second day of action saw tired legs and wide scoring gaps in some matchups. Saigonect Minakami.EXE came into their own in Pool A, winning both games by an average of 8.5 points. Meanwhile, Uncle Drew Manila.EXE delivered the season’s first upset, defeating Saigon Heat.EXE 21–16 in Pool B and earning a measure of revenge after the Round 1 final.

Semi-Finals

Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Saigonect Minakami.EXE 11
Saigon came out firing with a 4–0 start. After briefly falling behind, a thunderous dunk reignited their momentum, fueling a 6–0 run and ultimately closing the door on Minakami’s hopes.
Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 21 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 18
A fast-paced battle was halted by a mid-game injury scare for Uncle Drew. Kuala Lumpur capitalized with layups and strong defense down the stretch to seal the win.

Final

Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 13
With the scores tied 10–10 midway through, Saigon turned up the heat — literally. A 10–3 burst in the final minutes sealed their second title.

🏆 Round 2 Champions – Saigon Heat.EXE
🥈 Runner-up – Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE
⭐ MVP – Nguyễn Huỳnh Phú Vinh (Saigon Heat.EXE)

Scores:

Game 1: Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 21 def. HBA.EXE 13
Game 2: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. HCMC Wings.EXE 12
Game 3: Saigonect Minakami.EXE 21 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 13
Game 4: Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 21 def. Saigon Heat.EXE 16
Game 5: Saigonect Minakami.EXE 21 def. HBA.EXE 12
Game 6: Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 21 def. HCMC Wings.EXE 19
SF1: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Saigonect Minakami.EXE 11
SF2: Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 21 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 18
Final: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 13

Round 3 – Shifting Momentum and Solidifying Status

Pool Stage
With the bottom three teams grouped together, Saigonect Minakami.EXE rose above the pack, winning both games with ease. Meanwhile, the top contenders clashed in Pool B. Saigon Heat.EXE stayed perfect, while Uncle Drew Manila.EXE narrowly beat Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE to take second.

Semi-Finals

Saigonect Minakami.EXE 16 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 10
A defensive battle early, Minakami simplified their approach in the second half, attacking the rim and pulling away late.
Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. HBA.EXE 12
The Heat jumped out to a 9–2 lead, showing the value of continuity as their spacing and execution overwhelmed HBA.

Final

Saigon Heat.EXE 22 def. Saigonect Minakami.EXE 14
Saigon jumped to an early 9–3 lead, never allowing Minakami to settle. It was yet another show of force from the defending champs, who remained unbeaten through three rounds.

🏆 Round 3 Champions – Saigon Heat.EXE
🥈 Runner-up – Saigonect Minakami.EXE
⭐ MVP – Marcus Hammonds (Saigon Heat.EXE)

Scores:

Game 1: Saigonect Minakami.EXE 21 def. HCMC Wings.EXE 10
Game 2: Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 19 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 18
Game 3: Saigonect Minakami.EXE 18 def. HBA.EXE 14
Game 4: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 19
Game 5: HBA.EXE 21 def. HCMC Wings.EXE 11
Game 6: Saigon Heat.EXE 15 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 12
SF1: Saigonect Minakami.EXE 16 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 10
SF2: Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. HBA.EXE 12
Final: Saigon Heat.EXE 22 def. Saigonect Minakami.EXE 14

Round 4 – Rivalries Intensify and the Heat Remain Unstoppable

Pool Stage
Kuala Lumpur topped Pool A, while HCMC Wings.EXE remained winless despite spirited efforts. In Pool B, fans were treated to a rematch between Saigon Heat.EXE and Saigonect Minakami.EXE, which once again went to the Heat. Saigonect recovered with a big win over HBA.EXE to claim second.

Semi-Finals

Saigonect Minakami.EXE 18 def. Rising Star Kuala Lumpur.EXE 16
A tense final minute saw Minakami sink a clutch 2-pointer to break the deadlock and secure their second finals appearance.
Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Uncle Drew Manila.EXE 15
Down early, the Heat responded with a dominant 11–0 run, highlighted by high-flying dunks and sharp passing.

Final

Saigon Heat.EXE 21 def. Saigonect Minakami.EXE 10
Round 4’s final was all business for the Heat. After a blistering 8–2 start, they closed the game with clinical execution and secured their fourth straight title.

🏆 Round 4 Champions – Saigon Heat.EXE
🥈 Runner-up – Saigonect Minakami.EXE
⭐ MVP – Christopher Blake (Saigon Heat.EXE)