The Philippines’ masterful dismantling of Saudi Arabia last August will definitely serve as an inspiration for Gilas Pilipinas when the two sides battle again for Window 5 of the Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers. | sonrdINQ /PDI
“Tough team, tough game, so the most important for us is to be prepared for that,” Reyes added.
Six of Saudi Arabia’s players trashed in an 84-46 rout by the Philippines at Mall of Asia Arena have been replaced. The Saudis are also coming off a resounding 84-54 victory over India and are expecting to perform well behind new ace Hazim Aljohar and the crowd supercharging them.“They were already watching the film as soon as they arrived at the airport,” he said. “We continued last night even after the players went to bed.
“We were able to do some stuff last night’s practice—even if it’s light—that we feel is going to be important for the game tomorrow.” A win by Gilas hikes the Philippines’ record to 5-3, but more importantly, it affords the Nationals a chance at sweeping a window even without Jordan Clarkson, the Utah Jazz star who is expected to spearhead the World Cup campaign next year.“I think we had too many turnovers ; 20 were a little too much,” he said.
“We could improve on free-throw shooting percentage, and there were several breakdowns defensively, especially in transition. if you’re going to ask me,” Reyes added. INQ
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