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Gilas Pilipinas Adds Mike Phillips and Justine Baltazar for FIBA World Cup Qualifiers in July

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June 18, 2026 · 1:35 PM
Gilas Pilipinas Adds Mike Phillips and Justine Baltazar for FIBA World Cup Qualifiers in July

The Philippine men's national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, has called up two new players for the upcoming FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers window in July. Mike Phillips and Justine Baltazar have been included in the roster as the team prepares for crucial games.

Both players bring fresh energy and skills to the squad. Phillips, known for his versatility, and Baltazar, a promising big man, are expected to bolster the team's depth. The July window is a key phase in the qualifiers, and Gilas aims to secure a strong standing to advance toward the World Cup.

Details on how the new additions fit into the team's strategy will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.