NLEX is facing the possibility of playing with an all-Filipino lineup in its do-or-die quarterfinal against Barangay Ginebra on Sunday night with import Wayne Selden Jr. nursing an injury, sources bared.
A source said Selden is not at full strength after rolling his ankle twice recently, adding the team is not inclined to force the import to play in the must-win match at the Smart Araneta Coliseum if he is not fit enough.
The development could be a huge blow to the chances of NLEX to force a sudden-death match in their quarterfinal match against third-seeded Barangay Ginebra, which holds a twice-to-beat advantage in the playoff.
NLEX already blew a chance at a twice-to-beat incentive in the quarterfinals after a defeat against San Miguel, consequently dropping to No. 6 seed and a clash against the reigning Governors' Cup champions.
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