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Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on qualifiers.

  1. Even without its prized guard Sina Vahedi, Iran remains a dangerous threat for Gilas Pilipinas in the fourth window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifier.

    Iran, Jordan remain strong despite issues

    Gilas Pilipinas faces tough tests against Jordan and Iran in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers, with both visiting teams entering the Manila round at…

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  3. GILAS Pilipinas coach Tim Cone is still in the process of finding the right combinations for the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers next week.

    Litmus test

    Cone still mapping out Gilas game plan

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  4. Geo Chiu

    Gilas adds size, recruits Chiu

    Gilas Pilipinas adds 6-foot-11 Geo Chiu to its 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers pool as Kai Sotto returns, strengthening the frontline for crucial games against…

    2 MIN READ

  5. TIM Cone and Gilas Pilipinas are tipped to go all out in the fourth window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers in a bid to book a return flight to the FIBA World Cup.

    Phl cagers in must-win mode

    Gilas Pilipinas faces a must-win fourth window in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers, with Tim Cone counting on Kai Sotto, June Mar Fajardo and other key…

    2 MIN READ

  6. KAI Sotto will be returning to Gilas Pilipinas after more than a year of absence.

    ‘Game-changer’ Kai makes Gilas return

    Kai Sotto returns to Gilas Pilipinas training ahead of must-win FIBA World Cup qualifiers against Jordan and Iran, giving Tim Cone’s squad a major boost in…

    2 MIN READ

  8. HEAD coach Tim Cone feels Gilas Pilipinas can easily find its rhythm despite the brief training window for the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.

    Cone juggles 2 Gilas squads

    Tim Cone will lead separate Gilas Pilipinas squads for the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers and Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, with Justin Brownlee and several…

    2 MIN READ

  9. Scottie Thompson plans to rejoin Gilas Pilipinas for the Asian Games in Japan and the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.

    Thompson eager to rejoin nat’l team

    Scottie Thompson eyes a return to Gilas Pilipinas after recovering from a hamstring injury, as the national team prepares for the 2027 FIBA World Cup…

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  10. JACK Animam and the Gilas Pilipinas Women squad will be using the FIBA Women’s Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Guadalajara, Mexico as a warmup event for the 20th Asian Games.

    Gilas Women brace for Asiad warmup

    Gilas Pilipinas Women gears up for the FIBA Women’s Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Mexico and the 20th Asian Games in Japan, with new coach B.T. Toews…

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  11. GILAS Pilipinas soars to No. 34 in the world ranking following a strong performance in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament.

    Gilas men drop in FIBA ranking

    Gilas Pilipinas fell to No. 39 in the latest FIBA rankings after consecutive losses to New Zealand and Australia in the 2027 World Cup Asian Qualifiers.

    1 MIN READ

  12. Fajardo, Austria back for San Miguel

    Fajardo, Austria back for San Miguel

    San Miguel Beermen look to extend their winning start against winless Terrafirma Dyip as June Mar Fajardo and Leo Austria return, while Rain or Shine and…

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  13. JUNE Mar Fajardo asserts that his elbow injury is fine and he can suit up when San Miguel Beer plays this Saturday in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup.

    Fajardo allays serious injury fears

    San Miguel Beer center June Mar Fajardo, 36-year-old nine-time MVP, allayed fears of extended absence from hyperextended right elbow sustained in Gilas loss to…

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  14. MIKE Phillips gives a glimpse of what he can bring to the table for Gilas Pilipinas in the squad’s 92-61 rout of the Manawatu Jets in a tune-up game in New Zealand.

    Magic Mike

    Filipino-American power forward Mike Phillips drew attention after debuting for Gilas Pilipinas in the third window of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers…

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  15. MOA Arena hosts Group E matches

    MOA Arena hosts Group E matches

    The Philippines will host Group E games of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers at the Mall of Asia Arena this August, with Gilas Pilipinas…

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  16. THE future of Gilas Pilipinas looks bright with Mike Phillips manning the shaded lanes for Gilas Pilipinas.

    Future looks bright for Mike

    “Motor Mike” Phillips emerged as Gilas Pilipinas’ bright spot with 14 rebounds and six points despite a gimpy ankle in the 49-92 loss to Australia, as coach…

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  17. AJ Edu and Gilas Pilipinas struggle to contain the taller, more skilled Alexander Condon and Australia in the third window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers last Monday in Perth.

    Cone rues loss to ‘superior athletes’

    Gilas Pilipinas suffered a 49-92 loss to world No. 6 Australia in Perth, ending the first round of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers at 2-4 without…

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  18. Justine baltazar and Gilas Pilipinas can’t afford to commit mistakes if they want to see action in the 2027 FIBA World Cup in Qatar.

    Filipinos face bumpy ride to World Cup

    After four straight losses to Australia and New Zealand, Gilas Pilipinas enters the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers second round at 2-4 and faces a…

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