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Graduating Letran, Benilde, San Beda players lead PBA Draft applicants
A total of 128 aspirants have applied for the 2025 PBA Rookie Draft, a significant increase from the initial estimated 40 applicants.
Notable applicants include Juan Gomez de Liano, Jason Brickman, Will Gozum, Dalph Panopio, and Geo Chiu.
Other notable applicants are Jacey Cruz, Cole Micek, Kobe Monje, John Sajonia, Daniel Mallari, and Shawn Umali.
Kobe Paras, who was previously considered a potential applicant, did not submit his application.
The PBA Draft Combine is scheduled for September 4 and 5 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City.
The 2025 PBA Rookie Draft proceedings will be held on Sunday, September 7, at the Mall of Asia Music Hall.
Terrafirma holds the first pick in the draft, followed by Phoenix and Blackwater in the initial round.
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