GINEBRA import and Gilas Pilipinas naturalized player Justin Brownlee has reportedly tested positive again for a banned substance. Again.
Brownlee reportedly tested positive for a recreational drug and he could face another suspension if the results are confirmed.
The situation developed a few days after the Gin Kings and Brownlee lost the 49th Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner’s Cup crown to the TNT Tropang Giga.
The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas released a statement indicating that Brownlee is currently addressing the situation with the assistance of his legal team based in the United States.
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has not issued any official ruling on the matter.
Two years ago, Brownlee tested positive for ‘Carboxy-THC’ in a random drug test that was done after Gilas Pilipinas beat Jordan in the Asian Games’ basketball final on October 6, 2023.
Brownlee’s use of Carboxy-THC, a substance linked to cannabis use, resulted in a three-month suspension handed to him by FIBA.
“The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) is aware that Gilas Pilipinas player Justin Brownlee has received notice of an adverse analytical finding. Brownlee is currently dealing with the situation aided by his US-based lawyers. The SBP wishes to clarify that FIBA has not issued any official ruling as of date,” the SB said.