The Crotia National Basketball team, anchored by National Basketball Association Shooting Guard B. Bogdanovic, on Saturday as ranked no 16 of FIBA World, beating the Philippines’ Gilas, 81-78.
Crotia opened up a sizable lead opening up a 23-9 spread late in the first period. But Gilas Pilipinas squad took a lead in the 4th quarter before Crotia regained the upper hand, 82-78.
We have seen many wonderful performances here by both of the team players. Take a look on Highlights of this Croatia vs Philippines match-1.
The Scores:
Croatia (81) - Bogdanovic 26, Simon 12, Saric 10, Tomic 8, Markota 5, Ukic 5, Rudez 4, Lafayette 4, Zoric 4, Babic 3.
Philippines (78) - Blatche 28, Chan 17, Pingris 10, Castro/William 6, de Ocampo 5, Alapag 4, Norwood 2, Fajardo 2, Lee/Dalistan 2, Tenorio 2, Aguilar 0.
Quarters: 23-9, 37-31, 57-49, 71-71, 81-78 [COMPLETE GAME STATS]
Gilas Pilipinas will meet Greece on Sunday, August 31.
