USA’s Kerr, Brunson share their thoughts on FIBA World Cup semis opponent Germany
September 8, 2023
Team USA could be looking at their toughest competition yet when they face Germany in the semifinals of the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
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USA collides with Germany, Canada battles Serbia as FIBA World Cup semis get underway
September 8, 2023
Four teams will vie but only two will move forward when the semifinals stage of the 2023 FIBA World Cup kicks off on Friday at the Mall of Asia Arena with four powerhouse teams seeing action.
Slovenia coach credits Manila crowd for Luka Doncic’s energy
September 7, 2023
Slovenia coach Aleksander Sekulic also credited the crowd's love for Luka Doncic for his energy.
Top US gymnast Simone Biles has eye on 2024 Paris Olympics
September 7, 2023
Gold medal-winning US gymnast Simone Biles said she is targeting the 2024 Paris Olympics after a two-year hiatus from the sport.
Italy’s Simone Fontecchio misses game vs. Latvia due to sickness, says coach
September 7, 2023
Italy coach Gianmarco Pozzecco said Simone Fontecchio did not play due to sickness.
Lithuania dismantles Slovenia, sets up battle for 5th vs Latvia
September 7, 2023
Lithuania pulled away late to keep Slovenia winless in the final phase with a 100-84 victory in their classification match on Thursday at the 2023 FIBA World Cup at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Will Tim Cone remain as Gilas coach beyond Asian Games? Ginebra mentor answers
September 7, 2023
Tim Cone has been named as the Gilas Pilipinas head coach for the upcoming Asian Games, replacing Chot Reyes at the helm after the latter announced that he is stepping down from the post.
Pau Gasol meets fans in Manila
September 7, 2023
Basketball hall of famer Pau Gasol met with fans in Manila on Thursday ahead of the 2023 FIBA World Cup finals.
Latvia denies Fontecchio-less Italy, marches to battle for fifth
September 7, 2023
Latvia turned things around early to eke out a victory against undermanned Italy, 87-82, and advance to the battle for fifth place in the 2023 FIBA World Cup on Thursday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Team USA visits Manila American Cemetery
September 7, 2023
Team USA on Wednesday visited the Manila American Cemetery.
Embattled Chot Reyes to take a coaching break
September 7, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Former Gilas Pilipinas head coach Chot Reyes is taking a much-deserved break away from basketball following a wild two-year stint at the helm which he described as ‘painful and brutal’. Reyes decided to ‘step aside...
Carmelo Anthony back in Manila for World Cup finals
September 7, 2023
Carmelo Anthony is back in Manila!
Bogdan Bogdanovic happy to lead Serbia with World Cup semis slot secured
September 7, 2023
In a game where they were entering as the underdogs, Bogdan Bogdanovic led the charge and turned the tables on their side.
Tim Cone to coach Gilas Pilipinas in Asian Games
September 7, 2023
Decorated tactician Tim Cone will call the shots when Gilas Pilipinas competes in the Asian Games later this month in Hangzhou, China.
Mexico City Marathon disqualifies 11,000 runners for cheating
September 6, 2023
Approximately 11,000 runners in the Mexico City Marathon were disqualified for cheating, according to a report in Spanish newspaper Marca.
Slovenia coach believes Canada can ‘go all the way’ in FIBA World Cup
September 6, 2023
Slovenia coach Aleksander Sekulic had said it before, and he's saying it again: Canada is a title contender.
Luka Doncic appreciates the love from World Cup Manila crowd
September 6, 2023
Luka Doncic has been receiving a lot of love from his fans in Manila.
Luka Doncic on ejection from physical game vs Canada: ‘I don’t think it’s fair’
September 6, 2023
Basketball star Luka Doncic aired his frustrations after getting disqualified from Slovenia's all-important knockout quarterfinals match against Canada on Wednesday in the 2023 FIBA World Cup at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Marlon Tapales spars with Mark Magasayo in preparation for undisputed showdown with Inoue
September 6, 2023
Two-division world champion Marlon Tapales is getting all the help he can get from his fellow Filipinos ahead of the biggest and toughest fight of his boxing career.
SGA, Canada eliminate Slovenia to arrange FIBA semis duel with Serbia
September 6, 2023
Canada cruised to the 2023 FIBA World Cup semifinals after eliminating Luka Doncic and his Slovenia side, 100-89, in their knockout quarterfinals match on Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Chot Reyes on what Gilas program needs to improve: ‘Just player availability’
September 6, 2023
Chot Reyes, the outgoing Gilas Pilipinas head coach, believes that player availability should be a point of focus for the national team program moving forward.
Philippines salvages 13th place finish in Asian Volleyball Championship
September 6, 2023
The Philippines won't be coming home empty handed as it eked out a 25-20, 25-17, 25-23 victory against Uzbekistan.
Dennis Schroder says he played ‘worst game’ against Latvia
September 6, 2023
"That's probably the worst game I've ever played in my career," Dennis Schroder said on Wednesday.
Luka Doncic gets warm reception from Manila crowd in World Cup
September 6, 2023
Luka Doncic is in Manila and the Philippine crowd surely loves him.
Germany escapes Latvia, stays undefeated ahead of semis match vs US
September 6, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Germany hung on and pulled off a nail-biting 81-79 escape against Latvia to keep its record unblemished and set up a semifinals collision against Team USA in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup at the Mall of Asia Arena on Wednesday,...
Wagner brothers take charge as Germany ends Latvia’s dream run to clinch FIBA semis berth
September 6, 2023
Germany kept its immaculate run intact as it ended the dream run of debutant Latvia, 81-79, to book a semifinals ticket to the 2023 FIBA World Cup on Wednesday night at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Paolo Banchero happy for USA’s win against Italy
September 6, 2023
Paolo Banchero said he was happy for Team USA to win against Italy.
‘Ant-Man’ Edwards emerges as US superhero at Basketball World Cup
September 6, 2023
MANILA (AFP) ˗ Anthony “Ant-Man” Edwards doesn’t wear a cape but he has emerged as the United States’ superhero at the Basketball World Cup. US’s Anthony Edwards gestures during the FIBA Basketball World Cup quarterfinal m...
‘New’ Gilas for Asian Games known Sept. 7
September 6, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Who will call the shots and who are new faces in the Gilas squad that will wage war in the coming Hangzhou Asian Games? These intriguing questions will be answered Thursday, Sept. 7, in a press conference to be held at the PBA Offic...
UP, Ateneo favored in Intercollegiate badminton tilt
September 6, 2023
The Philippine Badminton Association is staging the second SMART Philippine Intercollegiate Badminton Championships from September 7 to 9 at Centro Atletico in Cubao, Quezon City.This time, 12 colleges are taking part in the tournament, featuring a tea...
Quiban posts another 67 for a one-shot lead in Bukidnon
September 6, 2023
BUKIDNON – Justin Quiban came out on top after a searing hunt for birdies in a frontside finish coming off a brief rain delay, storming past Reymon Jaraula and Jhonnel Ababa for a one-stroke lead with a second 67 halfway through the ICTSI Del Monte Cha...
Castil regains LPGT lead despite another 73
September 6, 2023
BUKIDNON – Unshaken by a wobbly frontside stint, Velinda Castil battled back in a fashion rarely seen in a junior golfer, birdying two of the last four holes to salvage a second straight 73 and back to where she was at the start – on top of the ICTSI D...
Dominican Republic staff passes from heart attack after FIBA stint
September 6, 2023
The Dominican Republic basketball team's physiotherapist Bladimir Regalado passed away after helping the team during their campaign in the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
Four teams dispute last two semis tickets in FIBA World Cup
September 6, 2023
Serbia and USA were the first two teams to punch their tickets to the 2023 FIBA World Cup semifinals after disposing of Lithuania and Italy in their respective quarterfinal matches on Tuesday.
Lakers land Christian Wood on 2-year deal — reports
September 6, 2023
The Los Angeles Lakers added to their frontcourt on Tuesday, agreeing to a two-year deal with forward/center Christian Wood, ESPN and The Athletic reported.
Italy’s Nicolo Melli after QF exit: We will be back
September 5, 2023
"We will be back next summer," Italy's Nicolo Melli said after their 100-63 loss to the USA in on Tuesday.
USA had ‘best defensive effort’ in win vs. Italy, says Kerr
September 5, 2023
For head coach Steve Kerr, Team USA's win against Italy in the 2023 FIBA World Cup was the game where they had their 'best defensive effort' in the tournament.