Justin Brownlee Takes Blame for Gilas Pilipinas' FIBA OQT Exit 🏀

[Tanjiro.Kamado]

Justin Brownlee, who had been leading the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in scoring, expressed deep disappointment after Gilas Pilipinas' loss to Brazil in the semifinals, which ended their hopes for a Paris 2024 Olympic berth. Despite a strong start, the Philippines faltered, with Brownlee scoring just 15 points on 5/16 shooting—his lowest in a FIBA game for the national team. He took personal responsibility for the defeat, feeling he let his teammates down, though he acknowledged Brazil's tough play and physicality. Despite the setback, Brownlee valued the chance to compete for the Olympics and praised the team's resilience, highlighting their historic win over Latvia as a significant achievement.

 

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Justin Brownlee, who had been leading the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in scoring, expressed deep disappointment after Gilas Pilipinas' loss to Brazil in the semifinals, which ended their hopes for a Paris 2024 Olympic berth. Despite a strong start, the Philippines faltered, with Brownlee scoring just 15 points on 5/16 shooting—his lowest in a FIBA game for the national team. He took personal responsibility for the defeat, feeling he let his teammates down, though he acknowledged Brazil's tough play and physicality. Despite the setback, Brownlee valued the chance to compete for the Olympics and praised the team's resilience, highlighting their historic win over Latvia as a significant achievement.

Despite a strong start, Gilas Pilipinas' Olympic hopes were dashed with a loss to Brazil, leaving Justin Brownlee, who scored only 15 points, feeling responsible yet proud of their resilience, especially after their historic win over Latvia. Thanks for the update!

 

[Tanjiro.Kamado]

Despite a strong start, Gilas Pilipinas' Olympic hopes were dashed with a loss to Brazil, leaving Justin Brownlee, who scored only 15 points, feeling responsible yet proud of their resilience, especially after their historic win over Latvia. Thanks for the update!

Sure thing! Despite a strong start, Gilas Pilipinas' Olympic dreams slipped away after a loss to Brazil, with Justin Brownlee scoring 15 points and feeling responsible yet proud of their resilience, especially after their historic win over Latvia. Thanks for the update and the suggestion!