Quiambao’s Poster Dunks, Sotto’s Block Rescue Gilas vs Jordan
![Kai Sotto made his return to the men's national team a memorable one during the Philippines' win over Jordan. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design567-400x200.png)
Kevin Quiambao and Kai Sotto delivered the decisive moments as Gilas Pilipinas escaped Jordan 82-81 in overtime at the Mall of Asia Arena.
FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers
14 Lead Changes, Two Overtimes, One Devastating Turnover: Inside New Zealand’s Wild Win Over Philippines
![Kevin Quiambao scored a game-high 23 points for Gilas Pilipinas against the Tall Blacks. [FIBA.com photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design249-400x200.png)
New Zealand edged the Philippines 106-102 in a dramatic double-overtime thriller during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, overcoming a late rally behind Reuben Te Rangi’s 22 points.