Gilas Pilipinas fell quick in its comeback try in opposition to New Zealand, 94-86, within the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup on Thursday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
New Zealand led by as a lot as 18, 55-37, earlier than back-to-back baskets from June Mar Fajardo and Kevin Quiambao closed the primary half. The Philippines, nonetheless, outscored the Tall Blacks within the third interval, 27-19, earlier than Gilas inched nearer to inside three, 85-82, with lower than 4 minutes within the fourth interval.
Nevertheless, New Zealand made a late rally to finally clinch the victory.
Justin Brownlee led Gilas with 37 factors, whereas Jordan Ngatai led the Tall Blacks with 22 factors.
Listed here are some pictures from the sport:
The Philippines must win its recreation in opposition to Iraq on Saturday to maneuver on to the playoff for a quarterfinals spot.
—JKC, GMA Built-in Information
