Jordan Clarkson, Kai Sotto attend Gilas practice ahead of FIBA World Cup

Jordan Clarkson and Kai Sotto lastly joined Gilas Pilipinas in observe for the primary time on Wednesday night time on the PhilSports Arena in Pasig, a bit over two weeks forward of the 2023 FIBA World Cup which will probably be held within the Philippines.

Gilas Pilipinas head coach Chot Reyes shared on Instagram a video of the 2 gamers becoming a member of observe for the primary time because the staff got here again from the 2023 Heyuan WUS International Basketball Tournament in China, the place the nationals completed with a 3-1 document.

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas on Thursday additionally posted images of Clarkson’s observe with the staff.

Gilas coaching continues at Philsports Arena with Jordan Clarkson becoming a member of for the primary time. pic.twitter.com/IM5pM9BSYD

— SBP (@officialSBPinc) August 10, 2023

Clarkson arrived in Manila on Tuesday, whereas Sotto didn’t be a part of the nationwide staff in China resulting from a again harm throughout his stint with the Orlando Magic within the NBA Summer League.

The two gamers are anticipated to spice up Gilas as they face Dominican Republic on opening night time in August 25 on the Philippine Arena, Angola on August 27, and Italy on August 29 on the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

—JKC, GMA Integrated News