Will They Stay or Will They Go?

This is the song ringing in the ears of the Gilas faithful as the PBA deadline looms for prospective rookies.

Versatile Fil-Am forwards Chris Lutz and Marcio Lassiter have both applied for the PBA draft, as well as 2 former MVP's. Dylan Ababou, a former UAAP MVP from UST and Jason Ballesteros, a former MVP from San Sebastian are both voacl about their desire to turn pro, as both have barely made it to the playing floor as part of the national

Lassiter, Lutz To Join PBA Draft.

And just like that, the SF position of the Gilas Nationals got an expiration date.

Marcio Lassiter and Chris Lutz, the team's inside-outside SF duo have both filed application forms to join the PBA.

Lassiter is known for his threepoint accuracy while Lutz is a daredevil slasher. Both are quick, agile defenders who are also physical and have the ability to harass ball handlers into turnovers. Losing both at the same time will be a tremendous blow to Gilas.

The Draft will be held on August 28 and, if Gilas manages to qualify for the Olympics or gets a wildcard slot, there may be a big gaping hole in the SF position that we may bot be able to fill.

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