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Phillips ready for SEAG call
La Salle's Mike Phillips expressed his strong desire to represent Gilas Pilipinas again in the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand this December.
Phillips, considered the top collegiate big man in the Philippines with accolades like D-League MVP and Mythical Team selection, is eager for another chance to play for the national team.
He stated that playing for the national team is an indescribable honor and he cherishes the memory of winning a gold medal in the previous SEA Games.
Phillips was a key member of the Gilas "Redeem Team" that successfully reclaimed the gold medal in the 32nd SEA Games in Cambodia, following a silver medal finish in the previous edition.
He was one of three collegiate players on the team, alongside Jerom Lastimosa and Mason Amos, which was also bolstered by professional players and naturalized import Justin Brownlee.
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