The Philippines men's national basketball team played against the Bahrain men's national basketball team in the Preliminary Round of the 2023 Asian Games Men's Basketball.
The match took place at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26 (Philippine Time) at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium.
Find out how to watch, live stream or TV channel and game time information for the matchup between the Gilas Pilipinas and Bahrain.
- Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
- Time: 1:30 pm (PHL Time)
- Venue: Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium
- Game Stats: Hangzhou2022
- TV: One Sports / One Sports+
- Live Stream: Pilipinas Live (Android / iOS)
Results and Scores: Philippines vs. Bahrain
Philippines
89
FINAL SCORE
61
Bahrain
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | 22 | 29 | 21 | 17 | 89 |
| Bahrain | 18 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 61 |
Justin Brownlee had a standout performance, contributing 20 points and 10 rebounds in his debut appearance in the continental meet.
Ange Kouame also made a significant impact with 15 points, contributing to the 28-point margin of victory.
CJ Perez, recently given the green light to join the national team, showcased his skills with 15 points. He was joined in double figures by Calvin Oftana, who scored 10 points. In the initial quarter, the Philippines maintained a narrow lead of just two possessions at 22-18.
However, the second quarter showcased a remarkable display by Brownlee, Kouame and Perez, propelling Gilas to seize control with a commanding 51-33 advantage by halftime. From that point onward, they smoothly sailed to a resounding victory.
Wayne Chism, a former PBA import, struggled to find his rhythm and was limited to just five points for Bahrain. Jameel Almoathin led Bahrain with 14 points in a losing effort.
The scores:
Philippines 89 - Perez 15, Kouame 15, Brownlee 14, Oftana 10, Lassiter 8, Fajardo 8, Thompson 5, Newsome 3, Alas 2, Aguilar 2, Ross 1, Tolentino 0.
Bahrain 61 - Almoathin 14, M Rashed 13, A Rashed 12, Buallay 8, Melad 6, Chism 5, Mo Hamoda 3, Kadhem 0, Alhaddad 0, Hasan 0, Alhassan 0, Mu Hamoda DNP.
Game Highlights: Philippines vs. Bahrain
Watch the game highlights between Philippines men's national basketball team and Bahrain men's national basketball team in the Preliminary Round of the 2023 Asian Games Men's Basketball.
Video by One Sports
Preview: Philippines vs. Bahrain
In pursuit of the coveted gold medal, Gilas Pilipinas is all set to make its mark in the 19th Asian Games as they open their men's basketball campaign against Bahrain.
Headlined by naturalized player Justin Brownlee, Gilas Pilipinas aims to bring home the gold in a competition that promises thrilling matchups and fierce competition.
The Filipino squad comes into this tournament with high spirits following an impressive 86-81 victory over Korean club Changwon LG Sakers in their sole tune-up match.
Gilas Pilipinas boasts a roster that includes four World Cup veterans: June Mar Fajardo, Japeth Aguilar, Scottie Thompson, and CJ Perez. With their experience and skill, they are poised to be key contributors to the team's success.
Their first challenge in the tournament will be Bahrain, a team armed with former PBA import Wayne Chism and a roster of sharpshooters known for their quick-trigger offense.
Bahrain, placed in Group C alongside the Philippines, Thailand, and Jordan, enters the Asian Games with momentum, having emerged undefeated in five matches during the FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Damascus, Syria last month.
As the stage is set, Gilas Pilipinas and Bahrain are prepared to clash in a thrilling showdown. Filipino basketball fans eagerly await the start of the journey toward the gold medal, hoping to witness their team's triumph in the 19th Asian Games.
