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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...

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...

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....

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...

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