Gilas Pilipinas lost steam late against the Dominican Republic, suffering a 94-67 setback Thursday (Friday morning Manila time) in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Belgrade, Serbia.
The Dominican Republic used a crippling 24-2 run in the second half to take control of the game at the expense of the Philippines, which struggled offensively in the last two quarters.
Gilas Pilipinas lost to Serbia in the 2021 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament held last July 1 in Belgrade, Serbia.
Watch Gilas Pilipinas vs Serbia OQT Full Game Replay Video
Gilas Pilipinas’ 83-76 loss against Serbia in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament did not go unnoticed in the international scene as the Philippines put up a great challenge against a basketball powerhouse.
In the aftermath of such competitive game, Filipino fans thought: what if Dwight Ramos played for Gilas against Serbia?
Gilas Pilipinas put the international basketball scene on notice after putting up a valiant fight against world no. 5-ranked Serbia in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Belgrade.
The Philippines fell short, 83-76 in a game wherein coach Tab Baldwin’s troops gave a great challenge to the host country.
No less than Serbian head coach Igor Kokoskov credited Gilas for how well they played, pushing his side to the limit.
Gilas Pilipinas lost to Serbia by 7 points, 83-76 in the 2021 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament held last July 1 in Belgrade, Serbia.
Watch Gilas Pilipinas vs Serbia OQT Highlights
Gilas Pilipinas put up a gallant fight before losing a thrilling match against Serbia, 83-76 on Wednesday (Thursday Manila time) in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Belgrade.
Big man Boban Marjanovic imposed his will underneath, finishing with a double-double of 25 points on 12-of-18 shooting and 10 rebounds.
Watch Gilas Pilipinas vs Serbia Livestream for Free via gigafest.smart on July 1, 2:15am for the 2021 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament to be held in Belgrade, Serbia.
Gilas Pilipinas will face Serbia on July 1, 2:15am (PH Time) for the 2021 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament to be held in Belgrade, Serbia.
Gilas Pilipinas Schedule for the 2021 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament
July 1, 2:15 am vs Serbia
July 2, 2:30 am vs Dominican Republic