Gilas Pilipinas Advances to OQT Semifinals Despite Narrow Loss to Georgia

In a heart-pounding clash at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament, Gilas Pilipinas faced off against Georgia, and while they fell short by a mere two points, their Paris Games dreams remain alive. Here’s a recap of the thrilling encounter:

The Game

Date: July 4, 2024 (Philippine time)
Venue: Riga, Latvia

Key Moments

• Justin Brownlee: The ever-reliable forward led the charge with 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists.
• CJ Perez: Gilas shot the lights out from beyond the arc (13/23), securing their spot in the semifinals.
• Fourth Quarter Drama: The game went down to the wire, with both teams exchanging crucial buckets.

The Outcome

Despite the 96-94 loss, Gilas Pilipinas advanced to the semifinals via superior quotient. Georgia secured the win but missed the required margin of 19 points or more to move forward. Filipino fans celebrate the team’s resilience and passion, knowing that the journey isn’t over yet.

Heart and passion of Gilas Pilipinas seals a Semi-Finals ticket! 🙌🇵🇭#FIBAOQT pic.twitter.com/3oP9MlqIrw

— FIBA (@FIBA) July 4, 2024