Gilas Pilipinas Women lost to Chinese Taipei, 59-85, in tje first game of the 44th William Jones Cup last Wednesday in New Taipei City.

Sidney Cooks led the Taiwanese with 17 points and 11 rebounds as they now hold a 1-0 win-loss record.

Jack Animam flirted for a double-double after scoring 18 points an grabbing nine rebounds.

The Philippines will try to bounce back as it faces Thailand on Thursday at 4 p.m.