The Games and Amusements Board (GAB) has already ruled against Northport shooting guard John Amores. Their decision: revoke his playing license.
Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner Willie Marcial can't do anything about it, but abide by the decision of the government sports regulatory body for pro sports. The PBA has formally received a copy of the resolution duly signed by GAB chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera last 23 December.
"The PBA will comply with GAB. Government yun, e," said Marcial. "And the PBA is under the supervision of GAB."
The commissioner though, said he has yet to personally talk to Atty. Rivera regarding the decision that stemmed from the shooting incident Amores and his brother got involved in last 25 September following a pick-up game in Lumban, Laguna.
However, Marcial managed to chat with Amores briefly and disclosed the sophomore player will appeal his case before the GAB.
"Ia-appeal niya raw sa GAB," Marcial quoting Amores as saying.
Amores and his brother are currently facing homicide charges for allegedly shooting at a man following a misunderstanding on an unpaid side bet during that pickup game.
The PBA earlier suspended Amores for the entire Commissioner's Cup without pay, but was allowed to join the Northport practices and other team-related events whre he receives a meager stipend.
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