Gilas Pilipinas def Hong Kong, 93-54 [2025 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers | Nov. 24, 2024]

Gilas Pilipinas is sticking with its line-up from last Thursday for its crucial final game of the November window against Hong Kong on Sunday in the FIBA Asia 2025 qualifiers at the Mall of Asia Arena.

As anticipated, key players Justin Brownlee, Kai Sotto, Scottie Thompson, and Chris Newsome, who were instrumental in the team’s victory over New Zealand, will again feature among the final 12 representing the Philippines. Naturalized player Ange Kouame, along with injured pool members AJ Edu and Jamie Malonzo, will be sidelined for the matchup against Hong Kong.

Team captain Japeth Aguilar is joined by Dwight Ramos, June Mar Fajardo, Calvin Oftana, CJ Perez, Carl Tamayo, Kevin Quiambao, and Mason Amos, all retaining their positions in the final roster.

Gilas Pilipinas is aiming for its fourth consecutive victory in Group B action of the Asia qualifiers, with the game set to tip off at 7:30 p.m.

In addition to seeking their fourth win, the Philippines is also striving to secure a place in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 with a triumph over Hong Kong.

On the other hand, Duncan Reid, a former player for the Bay Area Dragons, will once again spearhead the Hong Kong squad as they look to achieve their first win and potentially upset the Philippines.

Hong Kong is maintaining its 12-man roster from its previous 85-55 setback against Chinese Taipei last Thursday. The lineup includes Sui Hung Yeung, Shiu Wah Leung, Tin Chi Hon, Ricky Yang, Chung Tsun Ng, Yuet Yeung Pok, Chi Hang Tang, Ka Hin Marco Leung, Oliver Xu, Choi Kwan Tsai, and Yiu Pong Yip.

Xu emerged as Hong Kong’s top scorer in the match against Chinese Taipei, contributing 11 points to his team’s efforts.