Former University of the Philippines standout Zavier Lucero has signed a two-year pact with NorthPort.
Lucero's agent Marvin Espiritu has confirmed the deal, nearly three weeks after the 6-foot-6 big man was selected fifth overall by NorthPort in the 2023 PBA Rookie Draft.'Yes, Zav has signed for two years with NorthPort,' Espiritu told the Manila Times on Tuesday, Oct. 3.
'In order to be sure, he still won't play in the first conference next season but he will be ready for second conference,' Espiritu said, in an update on Lucero's status. 'Usually, ACL injury takes about one year recovery period from the time of the surgery, just to be sure his knee will be fully healed.' Lucero is currently rehabbing his knee in Vallejo, California where is stays with his family.
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