Jordan with a big win over China, 86-62 while Lebanon lost to New Zealand, 69-67 in Day 2 of Window 6 in the 2019 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
Gilas Pilipinas is now tied with Jordan and Lebanon with a 6-5 record and only 2 of these teams will qualify for the FIBA World Cup in China.
Andray Blatche led Gilas Pilipinas with 17 points along with 15 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks against Qatar in the 6th window of the 2019 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
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Gilas Pilipinas beat Qatar, 84-46 in the final window of the 2019 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
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On a mission, Gilas Pilipinas dominated Qatar on the road from the get-go for a rousing 84-46 win in their 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers sixth window match-up played at the Al Gharafa Sports Club Multi-Purpose Hall in Doha.
Returning big man Andray Blatche, who was absent in Gilas’ previous win over Qatar last year due to suspension, carried the nationals throughout the contest, showing the opponents what the squad is capable of when near full strength.
Gilas Pilipinas defeated Qatar by 38 points in the 6th window of the 2019 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers held in Doha, Qatar last February 21, 2019.
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Gilas Pilipinas defeated Qatar, 84-46 on the road to stay alive for a slot in the 2019 FIBA World Cup. Andray Blatche led Philippines with 17 points along with 15 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks in his return to Gilas after his suspension due to the Gilas-Australia brawl.
Gilas Pilipinas vs Qatar on February 22, 12 midnight Manila time to be held in Doha, Qatar for the 6th window of the 2019 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
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Gilas Pilipinas recently named their 12-man roster for their upcoming game against Qatar on February 21 (Feb 22, 12 midnight Manila Time) in the sixth window of the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
Naturalized big man Andray Blatche headlines the list, along with mainstays Gabe Norwood, Japeth Aguilar, Jayson Castro, and Troy Rosario. Completing the cast are Marcio Lassiter, Poy Erram, Scottie Thompson, Mark Barroca, Raymond Almazan, and Ateneo Blue Eagle Thirdy Ravena, the only amateur player to make the last cut.
Gilas Pilipinas FIBA Qualifiers 2019 Schedule
Gilas Pilipinas vs Qatar on February 21, 7pm (Feb 22, 12 midnight Manila Time)
Gilas Pilipinas vs Kazakhstan on February 24, 8:30pm (10:30pm Manila Time)