FIBA World Cup underway in Manila
The 2023 FIBA World Cup is underway in the Philippines, featuring top basketball teams from around the world.
Group A includes the Philippines, Dominican Republic, Angola, and Italy, with matches scheduled at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Manila.
Philippines lost to Dominican Republic on August 25 by a score of 87-81; upcoming games for the Philippines include matches against Angola on August 27 and Italy on August 29.
NBA players participating in Group A include Jordan Clarkson from the Utah Jazz representing the Philippines, Karl-Anthony Towns from the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lester Quiñones from the Golden State Warriors representing Dominican Republic, and Simone Fontecchio from the Utah Jazz representing Italy.
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