Gilas Pilipinas will open its campaign in the second leg of the first round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2019 FIBA World Cup this February 2018.
Gilas whipped Japan in the first leg of the qualifiers in their opponent's home soil, 77-71, after Jason Castro dropped 20 points to go along with seven boards and six dimes.
Gilas Pilipinas 2018 Asian qualifiers Schedule
4:35 Australia vs. Philippines - Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne7:30 Philippines vs. Japan - Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City, Manila
The national team then returned to Manila and trounced visiting Chinese Taipei, 90-83, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
With back-to-back wins, Philippines is now enjoying a 2-0 record, tied with Australia on top of the standings in Group B.
Japan and Chinese Taipei, on the other hand, both remain winless after the first leg.
Gilas is also set to host powerhouse Australia on July 2 at the Philippine Arena for the third leg of the competition.
SOURCE: http://news.abs-cbn.com/sports/12/26/17/fiba-world-cup-qualifiers-gilas-to-begin-second-leg-vs-japan-at-moa-arena