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China U21 claims Pool C top seed with dominating win over Philippines U21, 95-75 (81907)

Tehran, Iran -- With Philippines U21 leading by 4 points entering the second quarter, China U21 decided to turn on the jets and blitzed the Filipinos in the second and third quarters, giving them a comfortable 21-point cushion to end the third, 79-58. With Philippines U21 seemingly having no answers whatsoever, China U21 eventually claimed the important win, 95-75. This win gave the Chinese team a 4-0 record, atop Pool C, and securing a spot in the second round of the ongoing Asia U21 Championship Tournament.

Cheng Weian's double-double powered China U21, scoring 20 points and grabbing 12 boards. Qiao Zufeng contributed nicely with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists, while Liang Baoliang and Sun Hengting muscled their way inside the paint, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.

For Philippines U21, they will now sport a 3-1 record, tying them with Singapore U21, who just won earlier against Pakistan U21. The Filipinos were spearheaded by Bill Guerrero with 22 points and 6 rebounds. Matt Nallas added 12 points, while Dellan Catucod and Hansen Veloria each added 10 points. Feliciano Gaitano almost had a double-double with 8 points and 15 rebounds, alongside 3 blocks.

Philippines U21 will try to get back on the winning track against Singapore U21 on 1st of December, 10:30PM (Manila Time). Please continue to support our National Teams!

Points Leaders:
Bill Guerrero - 22 points
Matt Nallas - 12 points
Dellan Catucod - 10 points
Hansen Veloria - 10 points

Rebounds Leaders:
Feliciano Gaitano - 15 rebounds
Matt Nallas - 9 rebounds
Bill Guerrero - 6 rebounds

Assists Leaders:
Abelardo Baluyot - 7 assists
Brian William Sumande - 4 assists
Dellan Catucod - 2 assists
Feliciano Gaitano - 2 assists

Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!

- Leo

7 Pinoys scored in double-digits as Philippines U21 overwhelms Singapore U21, 122-71 (81910)

Tehran, Iran -- After a disappointing loss against China U21, Philippines U21 gets back on the winning track, dismantling Singapore U21 by 51 points. The Filipinos made quick work of the Singaporeans in the early goings, especially in the second quarter where the Pinoys scored 33 points compared to their opponent's 13.

With this win, the Filipinos are now in solo second place in Pool C with a 4-1 record, while Singapore U21 will stay in third place with 3-2. On the other hand, China U21 is still in control of the top seed with a 5-0 record after winning against Pakistan U21. Philippines U21 also gets a spot to the second round of the tournament regardless of the outcome of their last game. Opponents in the second round are yet to be determined.

Feliciano Gaitano had a breakthrough performance for Philippines U21 with a 20-point 11-rebound double-double. It's the first time he hit double-digits in scoring in this tournament. Dondon Gabuya and Matt Nallas each scored 16 points on decent shooting clips, while Abelardo Baluyot and Hansen Veloria contributed 15 and 14 points, respectively.

Benson Rodeo held the fort for Philippines U21 with his stellar 15-rebound, 6-block defensive performance. First-time starter, Brian William Sumande, directed traffic for the Pinoys as he dished out 7 assists. He also added 13 points and 5 rebounds. Zhong Minyuan also contributed the same number of assists as Sumande in his limited time off the bench.

Suen Shek Tong topscored for Singapore U21 with 18 points, and he also added 2 rebounds, 3 assists a steal and 3 blocks. Arbahrin Gabriel contributed 14 points, while Aqil Andy and Poh Da Ying chipped in 11 points each.

In the last game day of the tournament's first round, Philippines U21 will be up against the winless Pakistan U21 team on 8th of December, 10:30PM (Manila Time). Please continue to support our National Teams!

Points Leaders:
Feliciano Gaitano - 20 points
Dondon Gabuya - 16 points
Matt Nallas - 16 points

Rebounds Leaders:
Benson Rodeo - 15 rebounds
Feliciano Gaitano - 11 rebounds
Bill Guerrero - 8 rebounds

Assists Leaders:
Brian William Sumande - 7 assists
Zhong Minyuan - 7 assists
Primitivo Dematera - 5 assists

Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!

- Leo