Gilas vs Turkey

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Epic Showdown: Gilas Pilipinas Faces Tough Loss Against Turkey

basketball - FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament - friendly match - Gilas Pilipinas - June Mar Fajardo - Justin Brownlee - Turkey

Heartbreak for Gilas Pilipinas as they fall short against Turkey in an intense basketball battle!

In a thrilling matchup between Gilas Pilipinas and Turkey in Istanbul, the Filipino team put up a valiant effort but unfortunately fell short in a well-fought friendly game. Despite the standout performance of Justin Brownlee with 21 points, his struggles with three-point shooting and turnovers proved costly for the team. The game showcased the grit and determination of both sides, with June Mar Fajardo also delivering a strong performance with 17 points before the final buzzer.

Although Gilas Pilipinas fought hard, Turkey emerged victorious in a nail-biting showdown that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The game was a test of skill and resilience, with both teams showcasing their talent on the court. The result may not have been in Gilas' favor this time, but the experience gained from facing a formidable opponent like Turkey will undoubtedly shape their future performances.

Despite the loss, Justin Brownlee's impressive 21 points and June Mar Fajardo's solid contribution of 17 points highlighted the talent and potential of Gilas Pilipinas. These standout performances serve as a reminder of the team's capabilities and set the stage for even more thrilling matchups in the future. Gilas may have faced defeat this time, but they have shown that they are a team to watch out for in the international basketball scene.

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Gilas Pilipinas loses to Turkey in well-fought Istanbul friendly (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

Justin Brownlee had 21 points but only made one of his seven three-point attempts and committed six turnovers in a game that saw June Mar Fajardo produce 17 ...

Gilas Pilipinas falls short in friendly game vs Turkey (The Manila Times)

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Hot-shooting Turkey sinks Gilas (PBA.ph)

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Gilas Pilipinas loses to Turkey in well-fought Istanbul friendly (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

Justin Brownlee had 21 points but only made one of his seven three-point attempts and committed six turnovers in a game that saw June Mar Fajardo produce 17 ...

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Gilas stand vs hot-shooting Turkey falls short in friendly before ... (Rappler)

Even without its NBA players, Turkey leans on its deadly long-range game to keep at bay a Gilas Pilipinas side gearing up for the FIBA Olympic Qualifying ...

Gilas brave stand not enough, falls to Turkey in first Europe friendly (Manila Bulletin)

Gilas Pilipinas gave Turkey a huge scare before losing steam in the end to absorb an 84-73 defeat in their tuneup game at the Besiktas Akatlar Culture and ...

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Gilas Pilipinas falls short vs. Turkey in tuneup match ahead of FIBA ... (GMA News Online)

Gilas Pilipinas fell short against Turkey, 84-73, in a tuneup match on Thursday in Istanbul days before the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament.

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Gilas Pilipinas falls short against hot-shooting Turkey in pre-FIBA ... (One Sports)

Justin Brownlee led the squad with 21 points and five rebounds, while June Mar Fajardo added a double-double of 17 points and 11 rebounds, but the Nationals ...

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Image courtesy of "Philippine Star"

Gilas falls short vs Turkish quintet (Philippine Star)

Gilas Pilipinas sustained a 73-84 defeat to Turkey in a tuneup game in Istanbul Thursday night (early yesterday in Manila) that exposed the need to level up ...

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