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PBA: Prospects take spotlight in 2-day Rookie Combine
A total of 128 hopefuls will showcase their skills at the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Rookie Combine, which begins Thursday.
The combine includes physical, athletic, and medical evaluations, an orientation on the Unified Players' Contract, and a three-point shootout.
The 128 applicants have been divided into 12 teams to compete in games over the two days, with a championship match and MVP award to follow.
Top prospects such as Juan Gomez de Liano and Will Gozum are participating to solidify their projected high draft positions.
Some notable pairings in the combine include San Beda's Yukien Andrada and Ladis Lepalan with Blackwater, and Tony Ynot and Jason Brickman with Barangay Ginebra.
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