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Gilas Pilipinas falls short to Dominican Republic in historic FIBA WC opener

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June Mar Fajardo vs Dominican Republic

BOCAUE — Gilas Pilipinas put up a spirited effort but lost steam in the end to fall to Dominican Republic, 81-87 in a historic yet bittersweet FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 opener at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.

Bannered by Minnesota Timberwolves all-star Karl-Anthony Towns who tallied 26 points and 10 rebounds, the Caribbean nation fought toe to toe against the World Cup co-hosts before pulling away in the fourth quarter with key baskets and stops.

Watch: Dwight Ramos Gilas Pilipinas Highlights

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Dwight Ramos averaged 12.4 points, 6 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.1 steals in 10 games for Gilas Pilipinas in the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. His best game was against India scoring 21 points along with 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 4 steals.

Watch: Dwight Ramos Gilas Pilipinas Highlights Video

Gilas Pilipinas lost to Mexico in final tune-up game

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Mexico defeated Gilas Pilipinas, 84-77 in their final tune-up game before the 2023 FIBA World Cup which starts this Friday, August 25 at the Philippine Arena. Scottie Thompson led Philippines in scoring with 14 points and also finished with 6 rebounds and 5 assists.

Watch: Jamie Malonzo Gilas Pilipinas Highlights

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Jamie Malonzo averaged 5.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 0.7 blocks in 6 games for Gilas Pilipinas in the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. His best game was against Lebanon scoring 15 points along with 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 2 blocked shots.

Watch: Jamie Malonzo Gilas Pilipinas Highlights Video

Gilas Pilipinas lost to Montenegro by 15

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Montenegro defeated Gilas Pilipinas, 102-87 in a tune-up game before the FIBA World Cup. Nikola Vucevic led Montenegro with 18 points while Jordan Clarkson led Philippines in scoring with 27 points but committed 8 turnovers.

Dwight Ramos Gilas Pilipinas

Gilas Pilipinas beat Ivory Coast by 23

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Gilas Pilipinas defeated Ivory Coast, 85-62 in a tune-up game in preparation for the FIBA World Cup which starts next week. Jordan Clarkson and June Mar Fajardo led Philippines with 13 points each.