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Dickel ready if Indonesia game gets scrapped
The Fiba Asia Cup 2022 qualifying game between Gilas Pilipinas and Thailand, originally scheduled for February 20 in the Philippines, has been indefinitely postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Gilas Pilipinas coach Mark Dickel expressed disappointment over the postponement but stated that the team will utilize the extended break to enhance their preparation for the eventual match.
The postponement of the home game against Thailand was initially reported by a source who indicated a 90% chance of cancellation.
There is no official confirmation yet regarding the status of the road game against Indonesia on February 23, though it might still proceed.
The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas has not yet issued an official statement concerning the postponement of the qualifying games.
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The FIBA Asia Cup 2021 qualifier match between Gilas Pilipinas and Thailand, originally set for February 20, has been postponed by FIBA due to the novel coronavirus outbreak.
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Coach Mark Dickel confirmed that PBA players actively participating in Gilas Pilipinas' preparation are considered shoo-ins for the match against Indonesia.
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Gilas Pilipinas, composed of seven PBA veterans and five amateur standouts, has finalized its lineup for the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers against Indonesia.
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