GILAS FALLS TO EGYPT TO FINISH THIRD OVERALL IN DOHA

MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas bowed to Egypt, 55-86, to finish third overall in the 2nd Doha International Cup early Monday morning (Manila time) at the Qatar University Sports and Events Complex.

The team ended its campaign with a 1-2 record.

Undefeated in three games, Egypt bagged the crown while Lebanon wound up second with 2-1.

Qatar finished fourth overall (0-4).

Justin Brownlee led Gilas Pilipinas with 18 points, five rebounds and an assist while Carl Tamayo chipped in nine points, and Scottie Thompson and Dwight Ramos added six points each.

Gilas Pilipinas will shift its focus to the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers final window slated on February 20 versus Taiwan and February 23 versus New Zealand. TMT

2025-02-17T00:51:11Z