TNT Tropang 5G has brought back former Best Import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson to reinforce its title retention bid in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup, replacing Nick Hornsby.
Hollis-Jefferson was activated on Monday and is expected to make his conference debut against the Macau Giant Pandas on Tuesday, giving TNT a major boost as they approach the crucial stretch of the tournament.
The American forward last suited up for TNT in the 2024-25 Commissioner’s Cup, when he helped the team finish atop the standings before his stint was cut short by a ruptured right Achilles tendon sustained while playing for Meralco Bolts in the East Asia Super League last December.
His return ends a lengthy recovery period and gives TNT back a familiar presence as it pursues a quarterfinal berth.
Hornsby, meanwhile, exits after playing two games for the Tropang 5G.
TNT currently holds a 6-4 record and sits third in Group A.
The Tropang 5G also activated John Paul Erram on Monday, with the veteran big man taking the roster spot previously occupied by Tyrus Hill. (Adrian Co)
