Gilas Pilipinas Begins SEA Games Campaign 2023

Now, the team is back and determined to reclaim their former glory. They had been preparing for months, and their training camp was held in Serbia, where they played against professional teams to sharpen their skills. Head coach Tab Baldwin has expressed confidence in his team, stating they have the talent and experience to win the gold medal.
The opening game against Malaysia is crucial for Gilas, as they aim to start the tournament on the right foot. Conversely, the Malaysians will also be looking to make a strong start and upset the favorites. It will be a closely contested match, and both teams will be eager to come out on top.

The other teams in Group A, Singapore, and Cambodia, will also be looking to make an impact in the tournament. Singapore has a strong basketball program and has won the gold medal three times in the SEA Games, while Cambodia is a rising basketball nation that has shown improvement in recent years.

In Group B, defending champions Indonesia will be the team to beat. Their talented roster includes several professional players and has been in excellent form leading up to the tournament. Thailand and Vietnam will also be competitive, while Laos will be the underdogs in the group.

Overall, the basketball tournament in the 2023 SEA Games promises to be exciting and closely contested. With Gilas Pilipinas aiming to reclaim the gold medal and several other teams looking to make a statement, fans can expect high-quality basketball and thrilling matches.