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Brownlee likes Gilas chances
Gilas Pilipinas secured a come-from-behind 103-98 victory against the Macau Bears in a preparatory match for the FIBA Asia Cup.
Despite a slow start, Gilas rallied in the second half, with Justin Brownlee leading the charge with a game-high 32 points.
Brownlee expressed confidence in the team's potential and their improved play, particularly on defense in the latter half of the game.
The team chemistry has been growing positively during their practices, and they are looking forward to the upcoming tournament.
Gilas Pilipinas will travel to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for further training and will face Jordan in a tuneup game.
Notably, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson will not be participating in the tuneup game against Jordan.
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Gilas Pilipinas secured a 103-98 comeback victory against the Macau Black Bears in their send-off friendly match at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, overcoming a 21-point deficit.
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Justin Brownlee expressed confidence in Gilas Pilipinas' potential to dominate at the Asian level, highlighting the team's current capabilities.
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Former University of the Philippines standout Quentin Millora-Brown will play for the Macau Black Bears against Gilas Pilipinas in a friendly match on Monday at Smart Araneta Coliseum.
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