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China, South Korea Enter Asian Games QF Unbeaten

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 16, 2026

Point Differential Separates Top Asian Games Contenders China and South Korea enter the Asian Games men’s basketball quarterfinals undefeated after controlling their respective preliminary-round assignments in Japan. Both finished 3-0, while China’s plus-128 point differential exceeded South Korea’s plus-87 mark across three group games. China Leads Asian Games Quarterfinal Field The completed preliminary round left...

China Ends Gilas Pilipinas Asian Games Title Defense

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 15, 2026

44-Point Defeat Closes Gilas’ Asian Games Championship Run Gilas Pilipinas’ Asian Games title defense ended emphatically after China delivered a 105-61 rout at Aichi International Arena in Japan. The 44-point defeat eliminated the Philippines from quarterfinal contention and ended its attempt to win consecutive Asian Games championships. China Overwhelms Gilas From Opening Quarter Justine Bacnis...

Gilas Pilipinas Crush Kazakhstan Ahead of China Clash

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 13, 2026

Bolick and Ahanmisi Lead Gilas Bounce-Back Victory Gilas Pilipinas answered its opening setback emphatically, routing Kazakhstan, 109-78, to keep its Asian Games title defense alive. Robert Bolick and Jerrick Ahanmisi combined for 42 points, providing the balanced backcourt production missing against Bahrain. Bolick Leads Gilas Response Against Kazakhstan Jonas Terrado of the Philippine Daily Inquirer...

Bahrain Shocks Gilas Despite Calvin Oftana’s 31 Points

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 12, 2026

Slow Start Costs Gilas in Aichi Basketball Battle Calvin Oftana delivered 31 points in his Gilas return, but Bahrain spoiled the Philippines’ Asian Games title defense opener. Bahrain built control across three quarters before surviving a furious Philippine comeback for an 89-85 victory at Aichi International Arena. Bahrain Builds Lead Before Gilas Fourth-Quarter Rally Team...

Tim Cone Explains Calvin Oftana’s Key Role for Gilas

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 11, 2026

Late Addition Gives Gilas Needed Wing Depth in Japan Calvin Oftana answered a late Gilas Pilipinas call, giving Tim Cone a familiar solution before their Asian Games title defense. The 6-foot-5 TNT forward completed the 12-man roster as uncertainty continued surrounding naturalized star Justin Brownlee’s availability. Cone Sees Oftana as Immediate Gilas Fit Kiko Demigillo...

Calvin Oftana Joins Gilas for Asian Games Title Defense

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 10, 2026

TNT Forward Earns National Team Recall After Injury Absence Calvin Oftana is returning to Gilas Pilipinas, completing the national team’s 12-man roster for the 20th Asian Games. The TNT forward rejoins international duty after injuries forced him to miss the previous two FIBA World Cup qualifying windows. Oftana Completes Gilas Asian Games Roster Matthew Li...

Sedrick Barefield Ready for Role in Gilas Guard Rotation

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 6, 2026

Asian Games Selection Rewards Barefield’s Consistent PBA Rise Sedrick Barefield finally receives his long-awaited Gilas Pilipinas opportunity after earning selection for the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya. The Blackwater guard enters national-team competition determined to contribute without allowing playing time or individual responsibilities to become distractions. Barefield Finally Realizes Childhood Gilas Dream Jonash Dannug of...

Kai Sotto Leads Gilas Future After Qualifier Sweep

Tristan AlindajaoSeptember 5, 2026

Kai Sotto’s national team return immediately strengthened Gilas Pilipinas during its fourth FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers window. Two double-doubles helped produce victories over Jordan and Iran while offering another look at the team’s developing long-term nucleus. Sotto Makes Immediate Impact in Gilas Return Sotto returned after nearly two years away from Gilas and delivered...

Gilas Pilipinas Falls to South Korea in Friendly Opener

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 5, 2026

Offensive Struggles Hurt Philippines in Korea Tuneup Loss Gilas Pilipinas absorbed an 81-55 defeat against South Korea, opening its Hana Bank Invitational exhibition series with offensive struggles. The Philippines spent most of Friday’s contest chasing the hosts after South Korea established control through an aggressive opening surge. South Korea Controls Gilas From Opening Burst Matthew...

Gilas Pilipinas Falls to Korea in Asian Games Tuneup

Tristan AlindajaoSeptember 4, 2026

Gilas Pilipinas absorbed an 81-55 defeat against South Korea as preparations continued for its upcoming Asian Games basketball campaign. Justine Baltazar delivered a double-double, but Korea’s perimeter shooting and decisive fourth-quarter surge ultimately separated the two teams. South Korea Controls Gilas After Fast Opening Start South Korea established an early double-digit advantage as Gilas struggled...

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