The Talk ‘N Text KaTropa and the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok entertain fans in Cagayan de Oro City on May 2. Other opening round games are scheduled either at the Smart Araneta in Quezon City, Mall of Asia and Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City and Ynares Center in Antipolo City. The PBA top honcho declined to give the exact amount, the league stands to lose but admitted the losses can easily reach seven figures for every playdate cancelled while the games are suspended indefinitely. “Hindi na namin tinitingnan kung ano impact ng cancellation or how much money we’re gonna lose,” Marcial told The Manila Times in a telephone conversation on Thursday. Then there is the gate receipts, refund on ticket reservations plus the big loss on advertising and sponsorship contracts that will be compromised’ by the decision to call off games.

Source: Manila Times March 12, 2020 16:18 UTC