The Philippines continued their winning ways with a hard-fought 78-67 victory over Vietnam in the South East Asia Men's Basketball Games on December 15, 2025. The match result maintained the Philippines' perfect record, but they were tested by a determined Vietnamese side that refused to go away easily. Vietnam's defensive energy kept the game close through three quarters, challenging the Philippines' offensive sets at every turn. However, the experience and composure of the Philippine team shone through in the final period. They executed their half-court offense with precision down the stretch and made crucial defensive rebounds to limit Vietnam's second-chance points. A late scoring run, fueled by defensive stops, finally allowed the Philippines to create the separation needed for the win. This victory solidified the Philippines' position at the top of their group and demonstrated their ability to grind out results under pressure.