FIBA: RP 5 beats Kuwait, 85-71
INQUIRER.net
First Posted 10:48:00 08/12/2009
MANILA, Philippines – Powerade-Team Pilipinas coasted past Kuwait, 85-71, to notch its fourth win the Fiba-Asia qualifying tournament in Tianjin, China.
Cyrus Baguio topscored for the Nationals with 14 points while Asi Taulava added 12 points and team-high 10 rebounds.
Kerby Raymundo and Jared Dillinger chipped in 10 points apiece as the Nationals played a more relaxed game after coming off a loss from Iran on Tuesday.
Team Philippines will take a rest tomorrow before taking on either China or Jordan in the knockout quarterfinals on Friday.