Gomez de Liano, Brickman lead 128 aspirants for PBA Season 50 Draft

Updated Fri, August 29, 2025 at 9:05 PM Published Wed, August 27, 2025 at 11:27 AM

Juan Gomez de Liano and Jason Brickman headline the initial list of 128 applicants for the PBA Season 50 Draft.

Gomez de Lia no is a former UP star who has played in Japan, Lithuania, and Korea, while Brickman, 33, is a former US NCAA assists leader with extensive professional experience.

Geo Chiu, a 6-foot-10 center from Ateneo, is the tallest among the hopefuls and also played for Gilas Pilipinas.

Other notable draftees include NCAA Season 98 MVP Will Gozum, former Gilas Youth star Dalph Panopio, and Qatar-based youngster Jacey Cruz.

Collegiate standouts from the NCAA and UAAP are also well-represented in the draft pool.

The annual draft combine is scheduled for September 4 and 5 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City.

The draft proper will take place on September 7 at the Mall of Asia Music Hall.

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