Brownlee Leads Gilas to Historic 93-89 Win Over New Zealand

6 小时前

Gilas Pilipinas made history with a 93-89 win over New Zealand, marking their first-ever victory in FIBA competition.

Historic Victory for Gilas Pilipinas

Gilas secured their first-ever FIBA win over New Zealand, defeating the Tall Blacks 93-89 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay. The win broke a four-game losing streak since 2016.

Brownlee’s Leadership Sparks Gilas Win

Brownlee led the team with 26 points, 11 rebounds, and two steals. “I’m just happy for the team and the country,” he said, crediting Coach Tim Cone for a well-prepared game plan against one of the world’s top teams.

Brownlee Leads Gilas to Historic 93-89 Win Over New Zealand

Brownlee’s Motivation After PBA Finals Loss

Brownlee, who lost in the PBA Finals, used the setback as motivation for the FIBA qualifier. “Anytime you lose, you try to bounce back,” he said. His performance was a result of the lessons learned from the finals loss.

Sotto and Thompson Shine for Gilas

Brownlee also praised Sotto, who posted 19 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists. “He’s good enough to play in the NBA,” Brownlee said. He also lauded Thompson’s energy, who returned from injury to contribute significantly.

Looking Ahead: Gilas’ Next Challenge

Gilas will face Hong Kong next, aiming to keep their momentum going. With Brownlee, Sotto, Thompson, and the team’s strong showing, they are ready for the challenge.