MANILA, Philippines – The Gilas Pilipinas Boys’ Under-16 team punched its ticket to the upcoming 2023 FIBA U16 Asian Championships in Doha, Qatar this September after making easy work of Thailand, 85-49, in the SEABA Qualifiers in Indonesia on Tuesday, July 18.
The second-generation star Alas pumped in 13 of his 18 points in the first two quarters to help the Philippines grab a 39-24 edge over Thailand at halftime after leading by only eight points at the end of the opening frame. Kurt Velasquez backstopped Alas with 12 points on an efficient 6-of-9 shooting, while Joaquin Ludovice chipped in 10.
Michael Barwisch was the lone bright spot for Thailand in the losing effort with 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists.
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