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Brownlee to lead Gilas vs New Zealand in FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers
June Mar Fajardo and Justin Brownlee will lead the 12-man Gilas Pilipinas squad for the upcoming FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers in November.
The final lineup announced by the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas includes veterans Japeth Aguilar, Chris Newsome, Calvin Oftana, CJ Perez, Dwight Ramos, Kai Sotto, Carl Tamayo, and Scottie Thompson.
College stars Kevin Quiambao and Mason Amos from De La Salle University have also earned spots on the team.
AJ Edu, Jamie Malonzo, and Ange Kouame were not included in the final roster due to recovery from injuries.
The Philippines is scheduled to compete against New Zealand on Thursday and Hong Kong on Sunday, with the first game to be held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
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