WATCH: Gilas pool, coaches on why PH should host 2019 FIBA World Cup

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WATCH: Gilas pool, coaches on why PH should host 2019 FIBA World Cup
Gilas head coach Tab Baldwin, as well as Asi Taulava, Troy Rosario, and more share their thoughts on the FIBA World Cup final bid
MANILA, Philippines – A big moment for Philippine sports will take place on Friday, August 7, when FIBA announces who will get hosting rights for the 2019 FIBA World Cup.

The Philippines is one of the two final candidates, with China as the competition. 

WATCH: LIVE: 2019 FIBA World Cup Final Pitch

Over the past few days, Filipinos worldwide have given different reasons why the country should host the premier basketball tournament. Many have pointed out the love for the game, and how basketball has become like a religion in a nation that eats, breathes, and plays hoops.

But how about the coaches and players representing the Philippines’ colors in international basketball play? 

Why do they think the Philippines deserves to win hosting rights for the 2019 FIBA World Cup?

Watch the videos below:

Tab Baldwin:

 

 

Asi Taulava: 

 

 

Sonny Thoss:

 

 

Jayson Castro:

 

 

Alex Compton:

 

 

Troy Rosario:

 

 

Dondon Hontiveros:

 

 

JC Intal:

 

– Rappler.com

 

 

 

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