IN PHOTOS: Gilas all smiles after 51-point demolition of Hong Kong

MANILA, Philipines – Like every other Filipino basketball fan, Philippine national men’s basketball team Gilas Pilipinas was all smiles after a sweet bounce-back victory against Hong Kong, 101-50, Thursday, September 24 in the 2015 FIBA Asia Championship.

(WATCH: De Ocampo throws it down vs Hong Kong at FIBA Asia)

The Philippines refused to hold back following a tough opening day loss to Palestine which left them no room for error in future games.

(HIGHLIGHTS: Gilas vs Hong Kong – 2015 FIBA Asia Championship)

Gilas raced to an early 20-2 lead and never relented from there, playing smooth, unselfish basketball all the way for the demolition job in Changsha, China.

The team next faces Kuwait for their final first round game on Friday, September 25.

Relive the beautiful comeback victory through these photos.

But before the smiles, Blatche and the rest of the team had their game faces on. Photo from FIBA

Terrence Romeo puts in 11 points in the game. He is seen here going strong to the basket. Photo from FIBA

In this game, Jayson Castro showed why he is Asia's best point guard with his offensive prowess and the stability and leadership he gives Gilas. Photo from FIBA

Calvin Abueva had another quiet but efficient game with 8 points, 6 rebounds and two assists in just over 14 minutes of play. Photo from FIBA

After the Palestine game, head coach Tab Baldwin admitted they know they let Filipinos down. He also urged his team to work doubly hard on rebounds. Gilas successfully clobbered Hong Kong on the boards, 62-38. Photo from FIBA

Marc Pingris has yet to put on an explosive performance for Gilas but he tailled 2 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 blocks in over 13 minutes on the floor. Photo from FIBA