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PBA commissioner Willie Marcial has confirmed that UAAP turned down the league’s appeal to allow graduating and one-and-done players to join the Sept. 7 draft on condition they’ll play out their varsity eligibility before moving to the pro ranks. Marcial said the appeal was declined in a letter from UAAP executive director Atty. Rebo Saguisag.

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PBA commissioner Willie Marcial announced that the annual All-Star Weekend will most likely be cancelled. 

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