MANILA, Philippines: The Philippines has played in the World Cup in the last three editions. But the one international tournament that has eluded the country has been the Olympics.

It's no wonder that Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas president Al Panlilio and new coach Tim Cone are one in saying that the quadrennial games, where the best athletes in the world showcase their talent, is part of the federation's target as the national team competes with practically the same team for the next four years.

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