Super scorers Jordan Clarkson of Gilas Pilipinas and South Sudan's Carlik Jones shoot it out at the 2023 FIBA World Cup as the classification round squads lock in their berths
MANILA, Philippines – The 2023 FIBA World Cup classification rounds are nearly all set as the group phase comes to a close on Wednesday, August 30.
With South Sudan armed with a bevy of experienced pro ballers, the quest for a breakthrough win does not get any easier for the struggling Filipino side despite its next foe being an underdog on paper as the world No. 62 team. Jones, however, is also aware that the Philippines has its own super scorer – World Cup No. 4 Jordan Clarkson – and is ready to go toe-to-toe with the Filipino star come Thursday night.
“Of course, he’s most likely going to be the main focus,” Jones continued regarding Clarkson, who is currently averaging 24.0 points per game. “Like I said, there’s mutual respect, but as a team, we just need to be better, and we’ll learn. We’ll watch film and get better. We’ll look forward to the next game.”
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