Gilas Pilipinas in Doha for training camp ahead of FIBA Asia Cup

Gilas Pilipinas has arrived in Doha, Qatar for a training camp ahead of the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers and friendly matches.

Players including Justin Brownlee, June Mar Fajardo, AJ Edu, CJ Perez, Scottie Thompson, Jamie Malonzo, Mason Amos, Calvin Oftana, Kevin Quiambao, Troy Rosario, Carl Tamayo, and Chris Newsome are participating in the camp at Inspire Sports Academy in Laguna.

Coach Tim Cone emphasized that this training camp is crucial for preparing the team not only for the upcoming qualifiers but also for the FIBA Asia Cup proper in August, while planning to limit the playing time of Brownlee, Fajardo, and Edu to ensure they remain fresh for critical matches against Chinese Taipei and New Zealand.

Gilas Pilipinas will compete in the Second Doha International Cup from February 15 to 17 against Qatar, Lebanon, and Egypt before facing Chinese Taipei on February 20 and New Zealand on February 23.

Despite having qualified for the FIBA Asia Cup with an undefeated record, Coach Cone stressed that they are expecting a tough tournament and preparing accordingly without injured player Kai Sotto.