Gilas Pilipinas dominates Indonesia in FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers opener

Updated Mon, February 24, 2020 at 12:07 AM Published Sun, February 23, 2020 at 8:00 AM

Gilas Pilipinas opened its 2021 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers campaign with a dominant 100-70 victory over Indonesia in Jakarta.

The Philippine team aimed to win by 30 to 40 points, setting high standards for the young players.

After a close first 28 minutes where Indonesia trailed by only 4 points, Gilas Pilipinas went on a 12-2 run to lead 67-53 entering the final quarter.

They outscored Indonesia 33-17 in the final period to secure the 30-point victory.

Thirdy Ravena led the team with 23 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks, while Roger Pogoy contributed 16 points.

CJ Perez added 11 points and four steals, and team captains Kiefer Ravena and Juan Gomez de Liano each scored 10 points.

Indonesia, coached by former Gilas mentor Rajko Toroman, was led by Andakara Dhyaksa with 28 points and Abraham Grahita with 17.

This win gives Gilas Pilipinas a 1-0 record in Group A, placing them behind undefeated South Korea.

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