Serbia Overpowers Philippines, 126–108
The game was tight early on, with both teams deadlocked at 28 after the first quarter. However, Srbija began to pull away in the second quarter outscoring the Philippines 36–27 holding a 9pt lead at the break. We were unable to close in as they pulled away in the 3rd quarter.
Melecio Sidad paced the team with 23pts, 4rebs & 2asts, while Benson Villarivera had 18pts, 3rebs & 2asts. Clodualdo Salinel added 17pts, 6rebs & 4asts. Despite shooting a solid 46.4% from three (13 of 28) and 6 players scoring in double figures, the team struggled to contain Serbia's offense.
With the win, Serbia moves to a 2-0 while we slump into a 0-2 start. The Philippines looks to regroup and tighten its defense heading into the next matchup against World#12 Estonia.
Laban Pilipinas!
Points:
Sidad 23pts
Villarivera 18pts
Salinel 17pts
Rebounds:
Diva 15rebs
Castellano 9rebs
Regidor 6rebs
Assists:
Castellano 7asts
Salinel 4asts
Lemoncito 4asts