In a recent Asian Games 2023 knockout match for men’s basketball, Gilas Pilipinas dominated Qatar with a final score of 80-41. Notable performances included Perez with 12 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals, Fajardo contributing 12 points and 3 rebounds, Oftana adding 11 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 steals, Brownlee with 9 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 blocks, and Aguilar chipping in with 9 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 blocks. The team now sets its sights on the quarterfinals against Iran tomorrow.

During their weekend training session for the 19th Asian Games, Gilas Pilipinas Men’s Head Coach Tim Cone emphasized the significance of securing a quarterfinal berth by defeating Qatar.