MVP lauds Gilas five for strong show

TAIPEI – Ahead of Gilas Pilipinas’ final game in the 2015 Jones Cup, Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas president Manny V. Pangilinan prodded the Nationals to finish strong, thanking them for the patriotism they stirred on their proud showing here.

Pangilinan took to Twitter in lauding Gilas Pilipinas on its effort in the Jones Cup – the team’s warm-up competition for the FIBA Asia Championship slated Sept. 23-Oct. 3 in Changsha, China.

“Best of luck Gilas on your last game. Team has generated a lot of goodwill here,” Pangilinan posted on his Twitter account @iamMVP.

“I’m surprised myself at the level of keen interest, and support, as well as a strong sense of patriotism you guys have stirred,” he also said.

“Let’s finish strong today; make this country stand taller and prouder. Cheers. Puso!” he added.