HANGZHOU, China – Justine Brownlee was outscored by counterpart Rondae Jefferson-Hollis in the intriguing gold medal match between the Philippines and Jordan on Friday, Oct. 6, in the Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Gymnasium here. GIlas' player Justin Brownlee (left) is challenged by...
The three stars and the sun have finally shone above Asia. Gilas Pilipinas ends a 61-year medal drought in the Asian Games (PSC-POC) Gilas Pilipinas is back to the throne after an agonizing 61-year wait in the men’s 5-on-5 basketball in the Asian Games and it was only natural for...
HANGZHOU, China – “Just-in” time. That was how one self-styled expert described Justine Brownlee’s sudden explosion in the final half that helped power Gilas Pilipinas to spell-binding 77-76 win over China in their titanic semis duel in the 19th Asian Games that left home fans in funeral...
HANGZHOU – This could be a rematch for the ages: Gilas Pilipinas vs Jordan for the 19th Asian Games men’s basketball gold medal. Gilas Pilipinas forward Justin Brownlee (right) and Rondae Hollis-Jefferson of Jordan. (PSC-POC Media Pool) And Justin Brownlee vs Rondae Hollis-Jefferson for...
HANGZHOU, China – The atmosphere, and even the feeling, was electric. Justin Brownlee goes for a floater against Chinese defender. (PSC-POC Media Pool) One said it was one for the ages, the other described it as unbelievable and unforgettable. There were too many descriptions. ...
The social media space erupted in frenzy and almost simultaneously when Gilas Pilipinas completed a momentous 77-76 victory over host China to advance to the gold medal round of the 19th Asian Games at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center in China on Wednesday, Oct. 4. Social media celebrates...
HANGZHOU, China – Justin Brownlee was held to just two points in the payoff period but that difficult basket with only 44 seconds was enough to bail Gilas Pilipinas out of danger in a wild and enthralling contest with longtime rival Iran. And embarrassment, too. Gilas Pilipinas (PSC-POC Media...
By MARK REY MONTEJO Gilas Pilipinas naturalized player Justin Brownlee has learned countless lessons while wearing the Gilas Pilipinas jersey, but having a good ball movement could certainly dictate the team's success in its nearing campaign at the 19th Asian Games in...
By MARK REY MONTEJO Naturalized player Justin Brownlee is looking forward to playing his PBA Finals rival Rondae Hollis-Jefferson as Gilas Pilipinas battles Jordan in the group stage of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (right) defends Justin Brownlee...
By MARK MONTEJO Justin Brownlee is scheduled to travel straight from the United States to Estonia to join Gilas Pilipinas in a pocket tournament. *(Right) Justin Brownlee. (File/FIBA photo)* Gilas head coach Chot Reyes disclosed this on social media Tuesday, June 20, adding that Brownlee had to...
Justin Brownlee will never get tired of representing the Philippine even if it means another tough mission on foreign shores. *Justin Brownlee celebrates after coming through with a stellar performance for Gilas Pilipinas in the gold medal match (POC/PSC photo) * Basking in the glory and euphoria...
The basketball crown in the Southeast Asian Games is back to its rightful owner. Gilas Pilipinas showed unwavering resolve and turned back host Cambodia, 80-69, to complete its mission for redemption in the 5-on-5 men’s basketball competitions at the Elephant Hall 2 Morodok Techo National Stadium...
