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Bennie Boatwright Moves Closer to Gilas Pilipinas Debut

Brian BabaoSeptember 4, 2026

Naturalized Forward Adds Another Option for Tim Cone Bennie Boatwright moved closer to representing Gilas Pilipinas after his naturalization bill officially lapsed into law following months of waiting. His eventual availability could strengthen Tim Cone’s frontcourt choices as the Philippines continues navigating the FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers. Boatwright Naturalization Reaches Major Milestone Jonas...

Gilas Pilipinas Drops to No. 40 in FIBA World Rankings

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 4, 2026

Iran and Jordan Wins Fail to Lift Philippines’ FIBA Rank Gilas Pilipinas slipped one position to World No. 40 despite sweeping Iran and Jordan during the latest World Cup qualifying window. The Philippines remained seventh among Asian teams with 397.3 ranking points, maintaining its continental position despite the global rankings decline. Gilas Drops to No....

Bennie Boatwright Nears Long-Awaited Gilas Pilipinas Debut

Tristan AlindajaoSeptember 3, 2026

Bennie Boatwright moved closer to representing Gilas Pilipinas after legislation granting him Philippine citizenship lapsed into law. The development could make the former San Miguel Beer import available during November’s FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers window. Boatwright Naturalization Clears Major Gilas Hurdle President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. neither signed nor vetoed Boatwright’s naturalization bill before the...

Gilas Pilipinas Heads to Korea for Asian Games Tuneups

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 3, 2026

Gold Medal Defense Gets Final Evaluation in Suwon Gilas Pilipinas entered its final Asian Games preparation stage by traveling to Suwon for two tuneup games against South Korea. The newly assembled PBA-based squad will use those exhibitions before beginning the Philippines’ men’s basketball gold-medal defense in Aichi-Nagoya. Gilas Uses South Korea Tuneups for Final Asian...

Gilas Pilipinas Drops to No. 40 Despite Qualifier Sweep

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 3, 2026

Gilas Pilipinas slipped one position to No. 40 globally despite sweeping Iran and Jordan during the latest World Cup qualifying window. The Philippines collected 397.3 ranking points while maintaining its position as the seventh-highest ranked men’s national team in Asia. Gilas Slips One Place Despite Two Qualifier Victories The Philippines moved from No. 39 to...

UST Duo Naysa Tate, Erinn McAlary Land Anta Deals

Tristan AlindajaoSeptember 2, 2026

UST forwards Naysa Tate and Erinn McAlary have joined Anta Philippines as athlete-ambassadors while Philippine women’s basketball gains wider attention. Their agreements connect two emerging collegiate players with a major sportswear brand before another important stage of their UAAP development. Anta Philippines Backs Two Emerging UST Standouts Both 19-year-old Fil-Australian forwards bring different strengths to...

Gilas Heads to South Korea Before Asian Games Defense

Tristan AlindajaoSeptember 2, 2026

Gilas Pilipinas will test its reshaped roster through two South Korea tune-ups before defending its Asian Games basketball championship. The games provide Tim Cone’s squad valuable preparation before facing Bahrain, Kazakhstan, and China during group competition in Japan. South Korea Games Provide Final Competitive Test Gilas is scheduled to leave Manila for Seoul before facing...

Juan GDL Embraces Home Crowd After Gilas Sweeps Window

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 1, 2026

Tim Cone Receives Another Boost from Rising Gilas Guard Juan Gomez de Liaño delivered another timely international performance as Gilas Pilipinas completed its home qualifying window with consecutive victories. His 16 points helped the Philippines defeat Iran, 68-56, while strengthening his growing case for continued opportunities within Tim Cone’s rotation. Gomez de Liaño Delivers Again...

Juan GDL, Kai Sotto Lead Gilas Past Iran in Qualifiers

Kenzo BolañosAugust 31, 2026

Second Home Victory Strengthens Gilas’ World Cup Qualification Push Gilas Pilipinas defeated Iran, 68-56, behind Juan Gomez de Liaño, Dwight Ramos, and Kai Sotto after overcoming an early deficit. The victory completed a two-game home sweep and strengthened the Philippines’ position entering the remaining 2027 World Cup qualifying windows. Gilas Rallies Past Iran to Complete...

June Mar Fajardo Ends Gilas Career with Win Over Iran

Kenzo BolañosAugust 31, 2026

13-Year National Team Journey Ends After Mall of Asia Win June Mar Fajardo ended his 13-year Gilas Pilipinas career with a 68-56 victory over Iran at Mall of Asia Arena. The nine-time PBA MVP contributed six points and two rebounds across seven minutes before confirming his international retirement afterward. Fajardo Ends 13-Year Gilas Career With...

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