Slovenia coach notes team's popularity in Manila ahead of World Cup
Slovenia's coach Aleksander Sekulic acknowledges the popularity of his team due to NBA superstar Luka Doncic in Manila ahead of the FIBA World Cup quarterfinal match.
Doncic and Slovenia arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Monday amid fanfare, with Filipino fans eager for a glimpse or autograph.
Slovenia advanced to the knockout stage after defeating Australia in Okinawa, Japan, and are now one of the favorites in the tournament.
Luka Doncic led Slovenia to the quarterfinals with four wins and one loss in the group stages, facing Canada on Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Latvia has also arrived in Manila for their quarterfinal match against Germany.
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