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HIGHLIGHTS: Philippines vs Jordan – Jones Cup 2019
Mighty Sports-Go for Gold Philippines began their 41st William Jones Cup campaign in Taiwan with a dominant 98-72 victory over Iran U23 on Friday, July 12.
The Philippine representatives, bannered by five imports, established control early, leading by 21-12 in the first quarter and never looking back.
Former PBA import Eugene Phelps led the team with 25 points and 6 rebounds, supported by contributions from imports McKenzie Moore and Renaldo Balkman, and Fil-Am guards Jeremiah Gray and Mikey Williams.
Head coach Charles Tiu did not need to heavily rely on Renaldo Balkman, who finished with 10 points in his debut.
However, it was noted that this win was against Iran's youth team, with only Vahid Dalirzahan being a member of their core national squad.
Mighty Sports' next opponent is Jordan, who has fielded its best players likely competing in the 2019 FIBA World Cup.
A win against Jordan would extend Mighty Sports' nine-game undefeated streak since their championship sweep in 2016.
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