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SBP's Panlilio hopes for 'normal' World Cup in 2023

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 18 06:42 PM

The chief of the country's basketball federation is hopeful that the Philippines' hosting of the FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2023 will proceed normally. Read more »

PH always ready to host FIBA events, says SBP boss

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Feb 07 05:41 PM

The Philippines will always be willing -- and ready -- to host FIBA events, says Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas president Al Panlilio. Read more »

Kai Sotto en route to Manila, expected to arrive late Tuesday

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Feb 02 12:31 PM

Kai Sotto is already on his way to Manila, where he will undergo quarantine before joining the Philippine men's national team in its training camp.   Read more »

Kai Sotto expected to arrive this week

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Feb 01 01:27 PM

Kai Sotto is expected to arrive in the country early this week, and join the national team in its preparations for the upcoming window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2021 qualifiers.   Read more »

SBP hopes for Kai Sotto to arrive as soon as possible

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 28 08:59 PM

Kai Sotto still needs to clear some hurdles before he can fly back to the Philippines, according to Al Panlilio, president of the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas. Read more »

FIBA: Kai Sotto reaffirms commitment to Gilas Pilipinas

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 17 05:43 PM

(UPDATED) Filipino center Kai Sotto has reaffirmed his commitment to the Philippine national team, even as he continues to chase his dream of making it to the NBA. Read more »

Basketball: Logo unveiled for FIBA World Cup 2023 inspired by passion for hoops

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 04 06:39 PM

The official logo of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 was unveiled Friday as part of the organizers' #DontMissABeat campaign.   Read more »

NBA prospect Jalen Green on playing for Gilas — ‘Only time will tell’ if it happens

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 13 10:22 PM

But, according to FIBA eligibility rules, that may not be possible anymore. Read more »

What Chot Reyes could have done differently for Gilas at 2014 World Cup

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 11 09:05 PM

Reyes looked back at the tournament 6 years ago, replaying moments before and during the World Cup that he said could have altered history in Gilas' favor. Read more »

Indonesia won't get direct qualification to 2023 FIBA World Cup

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 04 11:11 AM

The Philippines and Japan are assured of slots in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, but their other co-host, Indonesia, did not receive direct qualification. Read more »

Erram hopes Jordan Clarkson can play for PH in 2023 FIBA World Cup

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 02 02:28 PM

TNT center Poy Erram has fond memories of one-time teammate Jordan Clarkson, who played for Gilas Pilipinas in the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta, Indonesia. Read more »

'I got you': Ratliffe's big game vs. Lebanon was for Gilas, PH fans

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jul 20 01:13 PM

There's a reason that Ricardo Ratliffe remains one of the most beloved PBA imports in recent memory, despite not having won a title with the Star Hotshots during his stints in the Philippines. Read more »

Slaughter always welcome to represent PH, says SBP

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jul 12 05:50 PM

Greg Slaughter's future with Barangay Ginebra may be up in the air, but as far as SBP is concerned, he is always welcome to play for the Philippines. Read more »

Preparations for 2023 FIBA World Cup ongoing, assures SBP

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jul 07 02:35 PM

The global health crisis due to the novel coronavirus did not stop the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) from working on the country's hosting of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Read more »

Mbala can't wait to play in 'second home' in 2023 World Cup

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jun 10 03:33 PM

Former De La Salle star Ben Mbala is determined to help Cameroon qualify to the 2023 FIBA World Cup, especially as it is taking place in his "second home" -- the Philippines. Read more »

FIBA World Cup Board holds first meeting for 2023 showpiece event

ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 31 01:06 PM

The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Board, created to oversee the planning and make key strategic decisions ahead of the 32-team event, held its first meeting via video conference last week. Read more »

SBP continues to work on World Cup hosting amid COVID-19 pandemic

ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 28 05:29 PM

The SBP assured that its officers and staff continue to work on the country's hosting of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup despite the global COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »

PBA icon Caidic offers to share shooting knowledge to Gilas, SBP

Rick Olivares
Posted at May 21 07:53 PM

The 56-year old man nicknamed “The Triggerman” who does individual coaching while playing in a PBA Legends tour nowadays is offering his help to the basketball powers that be -- if they are interested. Read more »

Andray Blatche 'gave his all' in World Cup, says Guiao

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 12 04:28 PM

Andray Blatche was widely criticized for his lackluster performances in the FIBA Basketball World Cup last year, as he failed to lead Gilas Pilipinas to a single victory in the tournament. Read more »

Gilas still needs PBA players for 2023 World Cup, says Guiao

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 12 12:55 PM

Yeng Guiao doubts that the young players from the national team pool will make it to the Gilas Pilipinas line-up for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, as he believes that the squad still needs players from the PBA.   Read more »