We lost by a narrow margin tonight against the Philippines, 98-103:
(82365)The difference can be partly explained by the number of free throws. Our opponents got 11 more than us, with a high success rate (31-34).
Our guards were pretty good on defense, but struggled more on offense. It was the opposite for the SF position.
The RnG tactic didn't allow our inside players to compensate, but that was a deliberate choice.
Maybe I should have put more into this game, but that's always easier to say at the end of the game.
To be honest, I decided to maximize enthusiasm for the 2nd round, where we may have a chance to win a game or two.
MOTM: Anuiyelewa Nthite, who scored 34 points, shooting 12-22, including 6-10 from long range, grabbed 8 rebounds and dished out 4 assists.
The last opponent in this 1st round will be Estonia, ranked 10th in the world.