CONCERNED for the safety of the public, the Philippine Basketball Association postponed the Sunday opening of its 41st season to avoid the wrath of Typhoon Lando.
The opening of the league pitting powerhouses Rain or Shine and Star will now take place on Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, instead of the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
The opening ceremony and parade shall be conducted prior to the initial game of the season to officially kick off the league’s 41st edition.
The league announced the postponement of its opening day with a statement from the commissioner’s office yesterday morning.
Metro Manila was put under signal No. 2 yesterday due to heavy rainfall and strong winds caused by the typhoon.
This is the first time in league history that an opening playdate was postponed.