Gilas Pilipinas got a helping hand from first game tormentor Dominican Republic, which left a window open for the hosts' second round bid after surviving Angola, 75-67, in Group A action of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Tuesday, Aug. 29.
The Dominicans survived a foul-plagued night for Karl-Anthony Towns and the valiant stand from the Angolans to sweep the first round with a perfect 3-0 record, subsequently giving the Filipinos a chance to advance to the second round.With half of the work now done, all eyes are on Gilas Pilipinas which will be needing not just a victory, but also a 13-point winning margin against world No.
Feliz led the way with 17 points – nine of which he poured in the final frame when the Dominicans created some breathing space against the Angolans who stayed within striking distance until the waning minutes.Liz also picked up the scoring cudgels with 13 points as Towns – after averaging 25 points per contest – was limited to just eight points after playing sparingly in the first half due to three quick fouls.
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