[Official Statement] KCC Furious at Korea Gas Corporation: "Absurd Conspiracy Theory Constitutes Defamation; Legal Action to Follow if No Apology"

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Professional basketball team Busan KCC demanded an apology from Daegu Korea Gas Corporation, accusing the club of seriously damaging its reputation.

On the 10th, KCC stated, "Korea Gas Corporation seriously damaged our club's reputation during the process of filing for a suspension of the KBL disciplinary action related to player Ra Geon-ah's taxes."

Previously, Korea Gas Corporation claimed, "KCC exerted influence over the KBL (Korean Basketball League) Board to unfairly shift the comprehensive income tax that should have been borne by itself."

In response, KCC pointed out, "This is an absurd 'conspiracy theory' and clearly constitutes defamation based on false facts."

Furthermore, KCC explained, "The tax issue involving Ra Geon-ah was resolved through extremely normal circumstances and procedures, resulting in a consensus among all 10 clubs. All clubs participating in the KBL league must naturally comply with the Board's decisions, and those who violate them should face appropriate disciplinary action."

KCC then raised its voice, stating, "Korea Gas Corporation must provide a clear explanation and sincerely apologize to our club and basketball fans for the baseless and false claim that KCC exerted influence over the Board."

KCC added, "If Korea Gas Corporation does not take satisfactory measures, including an immediate explanation and apology, we will take all necessary actions to restore our club's seriously damaged reputation and rights, and to prevent the foundation of professional basketball from being shaken. We also make it clear that all subsequent repercussions and responsibilities will lie with the Korea Gas Corporation club."

▶ The following is Busan KCC's official statement.

1. The Daegu Korea Gas Corporation club must immediately explain the false claims that seriously damaged Busan KCC's reputation and apologize to our club and basketball fans.

2. If an explanation and apology are not provided in the near future, we will take all necessary measures, including legal action. We clearly state that any side effects or repercussions arising from this process will be the responsibility of the Korea Gas Corporation club.

3. Our club once again emphasizes that the Board resolution regarding player Ra Geon-ah's taxes, which is the essence of this matter, must be effectively implemented, and we hope that all clubs will unite their efforts for the development of professional basketball.

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