NBL seeks pro status from GAB

MANILA, Philippines — The National Basketball League (NBL) and it’s own Women’s NBL will soon be rated as professionals.

NBL Pilipinas, Inc. executive vice president Rhose Montreal yesterday told The STAR they have applied for pro status with the Games and Amusements Board (GAB).

“Yes, WNBL and NBL are going pro,” said Montreal.

A total of seven teams, including La Salle, are committed to join the WNBL, aiming to become the country’s first women’s pro league. A total of 14 teams have confirmed participation in the NBL.

If given the green light, the NBL will become the third men’s pro league in the country next to the PBA and the defunct Metropolitan Basketball Association (MBA).