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The match beginsThe first quarter beginscontesting the ball; Serve out of bounds
Inside the goal and contesting for the ball, he gained possession
Fajardo lost possession while fighting for the ballYili scored a 2-point layupTamayo committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent one free throwYili was fouledYili missed his first free throwYili grabbed offensive reboundsHe added a 3-point jumper inside the gate but missedRamos defended the reboundAbarrientos missed a 2-point drifting jumperWaldenburg defensively reboundedYili made a mistake while dribblingRosario missed a three-point jumperNgatai defensively reboundedHe added 2 points inside the basket and missed a layupFajardo's blockTamayo defended the reboundTamayo hit a three-pointer jump shotAbarrientos provided an assistTamayo committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsInside the gate is a foulHe scored the first of two free throws inside the goalYili assistsThe second of two free throws inside the goal missedFajardo defensively reboundedRamos scored a 2-point layupTamayo assistedInside the goal plus a dribbling and walking errorRosario made a passing errorYili scored a 2-point layupTamayo missed a step-back jumper with 2 pointsBritt defended the reboundNgatai missed a three-point jumperAbarrientos defensively reboundedAbarientos missed a three-point jumperInside the gate plus defensive reboundsWaldenburg hit a three-pointer from the jumperRamos made a passing errorWaldenburg stealsWaldenburg scored 2 points for a layupYili committed a personal foulRamos was fouledSubstitutions: Britt, Waldenburg; Substitutions: Webster, TranjiSubstitution: Tamayo, Substitution: BrownleeWebster committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsRamos was fouledRamos missed the first of his two free throwsRamos made his second free throwFajardo assistedSubstitution: Fahad, on: EdouWebster missed a 2-point layupBrownlee defensively reboundedRosario hit a two-point jumperBrownlee assistedTruangi hit a three-pointer jumperYili assistsAbarrientos made a passing errorWebster made a stealSubstitutions: Mennega, Ngatai, Irie; Substitutions: Davidson, Murray, Smith MilnerWebster missed a 2-point pull-up jumperSmith Milner grabbed offensive reboundsSmith Milner made a passing errorRamos stole the ballRamos missed a 2-point layupMurray blocked the shotDavidson defensively reboundedDavidson made a passing errorBrownlee stole the ballMurray committed a personal foulBrownlee was fouledSubstitutes: Rosario, Abarrientos; Substitutes: Queambao, DellianoKuianbao scored 2 points on a layupDelliano committed an individual foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsWebster was fouledWebster made the first of two free throwsWebster made his second free throwDelliano scored 2 points on a floaterBrownlee assistedMurray missed a three-point jumperDeliano defensively reboundedDelliano missed a three-point jumperDavidson defensively reboundedSmith Milner hit a three-pointer jumperWebster assistedKuianbao missed a three-point jumperEdu grabbed offensive reboundsDelliano scored 2 points on a layupEdu assistsTerangi scored a 2-point floaterBrownlee committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent one free throwTelangi was fouledSubstitutions: Webster, Murray, Truangie; Substitutions: Britt, Ely, WaldenburgSubstitution: Ramos, Substitution: PhillipsTruangui made his first free throwKuianbao missed a layup with 2 pointsSmith Milner defensively reboundedBritt made a passing errorBrownlee stole the ballEdu made a passing errorWaldenburg stealsBritt missed a 2-point jumperKuianbao blocksThe team grabs offensive reboundsSubstitution: Smith Milner, Substitution: MennegaWaldenburg missed a three-point jumperInside the gate plus offensive reboundsYili missed a layupDeliano defensively reboundedBritt committed a personal foulDelliano was fouledSubstitution: Davidson, Substitution: NgataDelliano hit a two-point jumperPhillips assistedBritt committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent one free throwDelliano was fouledSubstitute: Britt, Substitute: MurrayDelliano made the first free throwYili scored a 2-point layupKuianbao missed a 2-point jumperEnd of the first quarterNew Zealand Edges Philippines in Thrilling FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers Showdown
New Zealand held off a ferocious Philippines comeback to secure a dramatic 106-102 victory in the FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers on July 3, 2026. The Tall Blacks showcased their depth and composure in a high-scoring contest that saw the lead change multiple times in the final quarter.
Match Overview
Playing in front of an electric home crowd, New Zealand came out firing, establishing an early rhythm from beyond the arc. The Philippines, however, matched the intensity with quick transition offense and aggressive drives to the basket. The first half ended with the Tall Blacks holding a narrow 54-51 advantage, setting the stage for a tense second half.
Second-Half Surge
The Philippines came out of the break with renewed defensive pressure, forcing turnovers and converting them into fast-break points. A 12-0 run early in the third quarter gave the visitors their biggest lead of the game at 68-60. New Zealand responded with a timeout and adjusted their defensive scheme, switching to a zone that disrupted the Philippines' rhythm. The Tall Blacks closed the quarter on a 16-6 run to take an 82-78 lead into the final period.
Key Moments in the Fourth Quarter
The final quarter was a back-and-forth affair. With just under three minutes remaining, the Philippines tied the game at 98-98. New Zealand's veteran guard stepped up, hitting a contested three-pointer to regain the lead. A crucial offensive rebound and put-back by the Tall Blacks' big man extended the margin to five points with 45 seconds left. The Philippines had a chance to tie in the final seconds, but a three-point attempt rimmed out, and New Zealand sealed the win at the free-throw line.
Standout Players
- New Zealand: The Tall Blacks were led by their star guard, who finished with 28 points and 7 assists, including several clutch baskets down the stretch. The forward duo combined for 45 points and 15 rebounds, providing the interior presence needed to counter the Philippines' athleticism.
- Philippines: Despite the loss, the Philippines showed tremendous fight. Their point guard recorded a double-double with 22 points and 11 assists, while the shooting guard poured in 26 points, hitting six three-pointers.
Impact on Qualifier Standings
The victory keeps New Zealand in a strong position in the Asian Qualifiers standings, moving them closer to securing a spot in the next FIBA Basketball World Cup. For the Philippines, the narrow defeat is a setback but not a fatal one, as the team remains in contention with several games remaining. Both sides demonstrated why the Asian Qualifiers are among the most competitive in international basketball.
New Zealand vs Philippines Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
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