The Philippines has momentum on its side—and more especially rekindled trust and confidence—in men’s basketball action at the Hangzhou 19 th Asian Games that start in 19 days as of Monday, Sept. 4. Gilas Pilipinas players celebrate after their win against China, 96-75, in the 2023 FIBA World...
Gilas Pilipinas has been drawn with Jordan, Thailand and Bahrain in the group stage of the men’s basketball tournament in the Hangzhou 19 th Asian Games which is set to fire off on Sept. 23. June Mar Fajardo might face Rondae Hollis-Jefferson of Jordan in the Asian Games (Noel...
By MARK REY MONTEJO Rising above everyone despite being undersized in his position, Rhenz Abando proved that hustle and persistence can make him a valuable asset in the national team. Rhenz Abando slams the ball for Gilas Pilipinas. (Noel Pabalate) The pride of La Union turned heads...
JAKARTA (AFP) -- Canada dumped defending champions Spain out of the Basketball World Cup in the second round on Sunday, Sept. 3, while Italy, Serbia and tournament sensations Latvia also advanced to the quarterfinals. Canada's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (center) reacts with teammates as he shoots a...
TEHRAN (AFP) -- Hamed Haddadi, the only Iranian to play in the National Basketball Association, retired from international play at the age of 38 after his team was eliminated from the World Cup, state media reported. Iran's Hamed Haddadi. (AFP) The 7ft 2ins (2.18 meter) center made the announcement...
Gilas Pilipinas is likely to be without the very same personnel that played key roles in its 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup campaign in the upcoming Hangzhou Asian Games in September. Jordan Clarkson is set to return to Utah while B.League players Dwight Ramos and Kiefer Ravena likely to be out in...
JAKARTA (AFP) -- Latvia head coach Luca Banchi said his team "doesn't need a coach any more" after the tournament sensations booked their place in the quarterfinals on Sunday, Sept. 3, with a win over Brazil. Latvia's head coach Luca Banchi (second to the left) celebrates after winning the FIBA...
It’s growing pains for now for the young Team USA following its 110-104 defeat at the hands of Lithuania in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup on Sunday, Sept. 3, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. Team USA head coach Steve Kerr. (Mark Balmores) American head coach Steve Kerr was the...
Italy dominated Puerto Rico, 73-57, to end a 25-year absence in the Top 8 in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Sunday, Sept. 3. Simone Fontecchio celebrates afte Italy punches its first quarterfinals seat in 25 years (FIBA) The Azzurri rode on a blistering...
Team Montenegro is not only leaving the Philippines on a winning note, but also grateful to the tournament co-host nation for its hospitality during its eventful stay for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. NBA star Nikola Vucevic of Montenegro. (FIBA) From Gilas Pilipinas to Team USA, the...
MANILA (AFP) -- China head coach Aleksandar Djordjevic said his team need to play smarter after missing out on an Olympic qualifying spot at the Basketball World Cup with a fourth defeat on Saturday, Sept. 2. Aleksandar Djordjevic. (AFP) China slumped to a 96-75 loss to the Philippines in Manila to...
Dwight Ramos was feeling grateful as he celebrated his 25th birthday helping Gilas Pilipinas end its 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup campaign with a much-needed 95-76 victory over China on Saturday, Sept. 1. Dwight Ramos celebrates birthday with a win. (Noel Pabalete) The Gilas Pilipinas...
