Unselfish play key for Gilas in Asian Games, says Kouame

Ange Kouame.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—For Ange Kouame, ball movement will be one of Gilas Pilipinas’ main weapons in the Asian Games. Kouame, who finished with six points, two assists and two blocks in 15 minutes, said that Gilas’ system under interim coach Tim Cone relies heavily on playing unselfish basketball. “It was great. The system…

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Gilas Pilipinas ‘muscle’ Ange Kouame back in harness

Ange Kouame (left) provides added size and a willingness to mix it up underneath the basket. —FIBA PHOTO He may be mentioned last among the country’s naturalized standouts, but that hasn’t given Ange Kouame any reason to be indifferent toward the national basketball program. Instead, the Ivory Coast native has always made himself available for…

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