Gilas Pilipinas secures Olympic qualifier with rout of China
Gilas Pilipinas secured its first win in the FIBA World Cup since 2014 with a decisive 96-75 victory over China on September 2, 2023.
The win not only boosted morale but also earned Gilas a spot in the Olympic Qualifying Tournaments next year.
Jordan Clarkson led the team with 34 points, while Rhenz Abando contributed 14 points and five rebounds.
Despite the victory, coach Chot Reyes hinted at stepping down after the tournament.
The win marked the Philippines' first home victory in a World Cup since 1978.
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