After a disappointing finish at the FIBA World Cup, USA Basketball still thanked Manila for its love for the game, for hosting the event.
'Thank you, Manila,' it said on X. 'Your love for the game is unrivaled.'The NBA-filled American roster managed a fourth place finish, after losing to rivals Canada in the bronze medal game on Sunday.Meanwhile, in the Latvian capital Riga, its basketball team was welcomed home on Monday to thousands of supporters, for its best finish.
Chot says thanksFormer Gilas Pilipinas head coach Vincent 'Chot' Reyes said Filipino hearts were filled with pride after hosting the FIBA World Cup.'As the smoke of battle clears...our hearts are filled with pride at the unbelievable hosting of Team Philippines of this world class event, the FIBA World Cup,' Reyes wrote on Monday via Instagram.
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