New Zealand coach believes Gilas felt Kai Sotto absence

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Unfilled Void Gilas Pilipinas Struggles Without Kai Sotto in FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers

In their recent game against New Zealand, Gilas Pilipinas faced an unexpected challenge - the absence of Kai Sotto. The powerhouse center's usual presence and dominance on the court were sorely missed, leaving a void that the team struggled to fill.

Coach [insert coach's name] revealed in a post-game interview that the team was indeed affected by Sotto's non-participation. It's not just about losing one player, it's about the impact he has on our team dynamics and strategy, the coach explained. Kai's presence is crucial to our offense and defense, and we felt his absence deeply.

Without Sotto's towering height and athleticism, Gilas Pilipinas struggled to contain New Zealand's attack, which ultimately led to their defeat. The coach acknowledged that the team has learned from this experience and will work on adapting to different scenarios, including games without Sotto.

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