Jordan Clarkson, June Mar Fajardo, and AJ Edu took turns as they led the Gilas Pilipinas nationwide workforce to an 85-62 victory in opposition to Ivory Coast of their tune-up recreation on Friday on the PhilSports Arena in preparation for the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
Clarkson completed with 13 factors, all of them coming within the first half, alongside six rebounds, one steal, and one help whereas huge man Fajardo additionally put up 13 markers.
Edu gave Gilas some high quality minutes with 12 factors, seven rebounds, and two assists in simply 24 minutes of motion.
Not fielded within the first three quarters, Rhenz Abando additionally made his presence felt as he scored 5 straight factors to ship the Philippines to a snug 74-57 cushion with 4:12 left within the payoff interval.
Scottie Thompson, who rejoined the squad following a hand harm final month, then buried a three-pointer for a 79-60 lead as RR Pogoy sealed the victory with back-to-back baskets.
Head coach Chot Reyes listed 13 gamers for this recreation as Ray Parks, Calvin Oftana, and Thirdy Ravena sat out.
Gilas will subsequent face Montenegro on August 20 earlier than ending the ultimate buildup for the World Cup on August 21 in opposition to Mexico.
—Bea Micaller/JMB, GMA Integrated News
Source: www.gmanetwork.com
