The Philippines men's national basketball team played against the Thailand men's national basketball team in the Preliminary Round of the 2023 Asian Games Men's Basketball.
The match took place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 28 (Philippine Time) at the Zhejiang University Zijingang Gymnasium.
Find out how to watch, live stream or TV channel and game time information for the matchup between the Gilas Pilipinas and Thailand.
- Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023
- Time: 11:00 am (PHL Time)
- Venue: Zhejiang University Zijingang Gymnasium
- Game Stats: Hangzhou2022
- TV: One Sports / One Sports+
- Live Stream: Pilipinas Live (Android / iOS)
Results and Scores: Philippines vs. Thailand
Philippines
87
FINAL SCORE
72
Thailand
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | 20 | 21 | 27 | 19 | 87 |
| Thailand | 22 | 13 | 15 | 22 | 72 |
Gilas Pilipinas faced an early challenge but managed to secure an 87-72 victory over Thailand in their second game of the 19th Asian Games.
The Philippine men's basketball team displayed resilience against Thailand, clinching an 87-72 triumph in the 19th Asian Games.
In a tightly contested first half, Gilas Pilipinas maintained a slim lead of 41-35, only to explode in the third quarter, extending their advantage to 68-47 thanks to a June Mar Fajardo basket.
However, Thailand mounted a remarkable comeback effort in the final period, embarking on a 13-0 run to reduce the deficit to just five points at 68-63. It took nearly four minutes for the Philippines to break their scoring dry spell, with Ange Kouame contributing a crucial basket.
Tyler Lamb and Freddie Lish led Thailand's spirited rally, narrowing the gap further to 68-63. Despite struggling with their shooting efficiency, the Philippine team managed to hold on to their lead.
Justin Brownlee, who endured a tough first half shooting performance at 3-of-15, found his offensive rhythm in the second half, ultimately recording 22 points and 15 rebounds. CJ Perez added 16 points, although he had some missed opportunities.
The victory secured the Philippines' qualification for the next phase of the tournament, and they have a chance to secure direct entry to the quarterfinals by winning their final Group C match against Jordan.
Tyler Lamb led Thailand with 29 points, while Frederick Lish contributed 22 points in a commendable effort.
The scores:
Philippines 87 - Brownlee 19, Perez 16, Fajardo 9, Oftana 8, Thompson 7, Aguilar 6, Newsome 5, Kouame 5, Alas 3, Tolentino 3, Lassiter 3, Ross 0.
Thailand 72 - Lamb 29, Lish 22, Muangboon 6, J Morgan 5, Jakrawan 4, Klahan 4, Klaewnarong 2, Towaroj 0, Boonserm 0, Jaisanuk 0, M Morgan DNP, Booddoung DNP.
Game Highlights: Philippines vs. Thailand
Watch the game highlights between Philippines men's national basketball team and Thailand men's national basketball team in the Preliminary Round of the 2023 Asian Games Men's Basketball.
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Preview: Philippines vs. Thailand
Gilas Pilipinas will square off against Thailand in their second match of the 19th Asian Games, and the stakes are high as both teams seek to secure a spot in the knockout quarterfinals.
After an impressive 89-61 victory over Bahrain in their tournament opener, Gilas Pilipinas aims to build on their momentum.
Under the guidance of coach Tim Cone, the Filipino squad made a resounding debut in the 5x5 competition, dominating the Wayne Chism-led Bahrain squad. The 28-point victory showcased their potential and ignited hopes of a strong campaign in the Asian Games.
However, the road ahead won't be easy, as they face a resilient Thailand team led by former UCLA Bruin Tyler Lamb. Thailand is determined to bounce back after suffering a 97-63 defeat at the hands of Jordan.
The history between these Southeast Asian rivals adds another layer of excitement to the matchup. In their last encounter during the 2022 SEA Games in Vietnam, the Philippines had to stage a comeback from a 10-point deficit to narrowly defeat Thailand, 76-73, in the group stage.
