BARANGAY Ginebra star Scottie Thompson is set to surprise fans when he shows up for the Gin Kings' PBA Commissioner's Cup debut against Rain or Shine on Wednesday wearing a new jersey number.
Although the change is yet to be announced, sources close to Thompson said the reigning league MVP has decided to switch to jersey No. 9 after wearing No. 6 exclusively since his college days at University of Perpetual Help.
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The high-flying guard has also worn the same jersey number during his PBA D-League stint with Hapee Toothpaste, in the PBA All-Star Game, and during his appearances with Gilas Pilipinas, the last in the fourth window of the World Cup qualifiers.
At Ginebra, the No. 6 jersey is also rich in tradition, having been worn by former top rookie Dondon Ampalayo and 'The Tank' Noli Locsin.
People close to Thompson said the reason behind the switch is 'personal' but hinted that the popular guard will talk about it after the game.
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