While the Philippines did play with more determination today, they still suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of the mighty Serbians, who look set to make a deep run in the World Cup. Gilas Pilipinas will now be looking to restore some of their pride as they face Angola in a tie they should win on paper. Serbia, on the other hand, will play Italy to decide who tops Group D.
Blatche fouls Marjanovic as the latter tries to dunk the ball. Blatche is fouled out. Marjanovic misses both free throws but Bjelica gets the offensive board.
Aguilar's layup attempt is slotted by Marjanovic. Bircevic gets the rebound and throws the ball ahead to Guduric who slams it home. They breach the 100-point mark.
Bircevic tries an 18-footer from the right corner but is fouled by Blatche who now has 4 personal fouls against his name. Bircevic only makes one free throw.
Serbia's superior passing has got the Pilipinas in all sorts of trouble. On the other end, Nikola Jokic and Co. have made good use of their size and proactiveness to ensure that Philippines fail to move the ball around much. As a result, Serbia have recorded 18 assists so far while Philippines have only managed 6 dimes. Jokic alone has 6 assists for the Serbians.