Towns praises hardworking Gilas after loss

Updated SAT · AUG 26, 2023 · 4:52 PM

Karl-Anthony Towns praised Gilas Pilipinas for their hardworking culture after Dominican Republic's narrow victory over the Philippines in the FIBA World Cup opener on Friday.

Towns, who scored 26 points and 10 rebounds, commended the Filipino team's effort despite losing 87-81.

Jordan Clarkson led Gilas with 28 points but fouled out late in the game, affecting their chances of winning.

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