Clarkson commits to play for Gilas...

the fourth window of the 2023 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers, where the Filipinos split their two games.

The NBA star teamed up with young big man Kai Sotto for the first time in that window in August 2022, but Gilas fell short, 85-81 against Lebanon in Beirut.

Days after, Gilas came back with vengeance, blasting Saudi Arabia, 84-46 at the Mall of Asia Arena as Clarkson went on to post averages of 25 points, 5.5 rebounds and 6.5 assists.

Gilas coach Chot Reyes has been managing the pool since June after a number of players sustained various injuries.

Bobby Ray Parks, Calvin Oftana and Roger Pogoy failed to join the team in its Europe training camp recently. But the trio managed to rejoin the team when Gilas resumes its practice in Manila over a week ago.

As of the moment, Scottie Thompson is still undergoing rehab on his shooting hand.

Gilas will join the pocket tournament in China from Aug. 2-5 as it faces Iran, Lebanon and Senegal.

The Filipinos have also secured a friendly match against Mexico a week before the national squad