In a statement on Thursday, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas revealed its 5x5 squad for the 33rd edition of the Southeast Asian Games, which will take place in Thailand.
Under the head coaching duties of Norman Black, Gilas Men will be composed of the following players:
- Jamie Malonzo
- Dalph Panopio
- Thirdy Ravena
- Matthew Wright
- Ray Parks
- Cedric Manzano
- Justin Chua
- Robert Bolick
- Von Pessumal
- Allen Liwag
- Abu Tratter
- VJ Pre.
The statement also highlights the efforts put in by the SBP to finalize the lineups. They say, "After a tedious back and forth due to initially unclear and constantly changing rules in player eligibility, we at the SBP have submitted this list to the local organizing committee and it has been vetted and has undergone pre-approvals."
In addition, they also thanked the players and the institutions involved for their role in the formation of the team.
"We extend our deepest appreciation to all the players for dropping everything to compete for Gilas.
We thank our partners from the PBA, UAAP, and NCAA and our friends from the Japanese B-League for allowing their players to compete for flag and country."
Statement concludes with the federation wishing the entire Team Philippines in the SEA Games the best of luck.
Gilas Men is slotted in Group B alongside Malaysia (December 14 1130am) and Vietnam (December 15 1130am). The Quarterfinals is schedule to take place on the 17th, with the semifinals on the 18th and the medal matches on the 19th.
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