MANILA, Philippines – Simone Fontecchio of Italy is obstructed by Gilas defenders during their Fiba World Cup match. Tuesday night, Ilas Pilipinas played its best, most coherent game of...
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The Gilas athletes are optimistic about their World Cup performance
MANILA, Philippines – The tenacious Gilas Pilipinas team holds onto this conviction in the face of difficulties, which encourages hope for their FIBA World Cup adventure. This philosophy...
As Japan becomes the first Asian team to win the FIBA World Cup, Gilas Pilipinas must catch up
MANILA, Philippines – After defeating Finland, Japan wins the FIBA World Cup for the first time in 17 years and closes in on the Paris Olympics spot reserved for the top Asian team. Japan...
FIBA Update Over the Weekend: Gilas Standing and Shot at the League
Manila, Philippines – Here are Gilas' Fiba World Cup prospects after two straight defeats, along with Asian rankings for Olympic qualification. The Philippine basketball squad still has...
Gilas Pilipinas blows a golden opportunity to defeat Angola as Clarkson struggles
MANILA, Philippines – Angola has Gilas Pilipinas' number in the FIBA World Cup, whether they are playing abroad or at home. After a dismal 80-70 loss to Angola in front of a surprised home...
Giannis Antetokounmpo is deliberating about a contract extension with the Bucks in the NBA
MILWAUKEE – Giannis Antetokounmpo's decision regarding a contract extension with the Milwaukee Bucks hinges on a pivotal factor - the team's unwavering commitment to securing another...
Kobe Bryant’s statue will be unveiled by the Lakers on February 8, 2024, outside their arena
LOS ANGELES, California – On February 8, the Kobe Bryant statue will be unveiled in front of the Los Angeles Lakers' arena in the city. The fourth-highest scorer in NBA history and a...
SBP welcomes delegates to the FIBA with open arms
MANILA, Philippines – The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) organized a spectacular cocktail supper on Tuesday to warmly welcome the FIBA World Cup delegation, kicking off a series of...
Losing out on an Olympic berth for the Argentina men’s basketball team in Paris
MANILA, Philippines – The men's basketball team from Argentina missed their final opportunity to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics after falling to the Bahamas in the FIBA Olympic...
12 Fiery Finalists for FIBA 2023
MANILA, Philippines – The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) presented a mesmerizing cocktail reception on Tuesday to set the scene for the upcoming grandeur of basketball's premier...