IN PHOTOS: Gilas takes down Japan, advances to FIBA Asia final

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IN PHOTOS: Gilas takes down Japan, advances to FIBA Asia final
Check out the photos below to re-live moments of the unforgettable game

MANILA, Philippines – Gilas Pilipinas moved a step closer to attaining the gold medal in the 2015 FIBA Asia Championship after they defeated Japan, 81-70, in the semifinal round on Friday, October 2.

(HIGHLIGHTS: Gilas vs Japan – 2015 FIBA Asia semifinals)

Led by the 22 points of Andray Blatche, 20 by Jayson Castro, and 18 of Dondon Hontiveros, the men’s national basketball team booked a date against China in the finals on Saturday, October 3, with a ticket to the 2016 Rio Olympics on the line.

(WATCH: Castro’s up-and-under score, Hontiveros’ monster rejection against Japan)

The gold medal game is scheduled for 8:30 pm.

(WATCH: De Ocampo feeds Blatche for fastbreak dunk)

Check out the photos below to re-live moments of the unforgettable game:

THE VETERAN. Asi Taulava didn't play a single minute, but was still showing full support for his teammates. Photo from FIBA

ROMEO TO THE FINALS. Terrence Romeo raises his towel late in the game against Japan. Photo from FIBA

ASIA'S BEST. Japan has no answer for Jayson Castro. Photo from FIBA

KUYA DRAY. Andray Blatche uses that massive size to get easy buckets. Photo from FIBA

DEFENSIVE STAR. Gabe Norwood, seen here on offense, was stellar on the other end of the floor as well. Photo from FIBA

STILL GOT IT. 38-year-old Dondon Hontiveros hit two big triples late to seal the victory. Photo from FIBA

PUSO. China is now the remaining team standing in Gilas' mission. Photo from FIBA

 – Rappler.com

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