The path is set for Gilas Pilipinas Youth in the knockout rounds of FIBA U16 Asia Cup after a challenging stint in group action.
Gilas Pilipinas Youth look to extend their FIBA U16 Asia Cup campaign when they faces\s Bahrain in the qualification to the quarterfinals on September 4.
The winner of the matchup will advance to face powerhouse China in the next round.
The Filipinos struggled through Group B, finishing with a 1-2 record. Their lone victory came in a gritty 65-60 decision against Indonesia, while enduring tough losses to Chinese Taipei and New Zealand.
Prince Cariño has been the bright spot so far, leading Gilas with averages of 12.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists through group play.
Bahrain, meanwhile, enters the contest with momentum as the no. 2 team in Group A.
They posted a 2-1 record, with their only loss coming against Australia, one of the tournament favorites.
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