FIBA World Cup 2019: Top 5 individual performances from Day 1

#3 Danilo Gallinari

Danilo Gallinari was dominant during Italy's demolition of the Philippines

Italy was woeful during its build-up to the tournament, and many backed the Philippines to push them in the opening game. However, the Italians put on a commanding performance to come away with a huge 108-62 victory.

While Amedeo Della Valle impressed during his brief time on the court, it was Oklahoma City Thunder star Danilo Gallinari who controlled the game for the Italians. The 31-year-old demonstrated why he is perhaps the best perimeter shooter in the tournament by connecting with 4 of his 5 attempts from three-point range, and he finished the game with 16 points.

During his 23 minutes on the court, the Italians outscored the Philippines by an incredible 38 points, and the forward also came up with two steals. Gallinari also added four assists and three rebounds as his team made a statement of intent.