JORDAN Heading's TNT debut could come earlier than expected.
Further fanning their grand slam bid, the Tropang 5G activated their prized Fil-Australian acquisition in time for their PBA Philippine Cup duel against the Blackwater Bossing on Friday.
Along with Heading, TNT also activated newly-acquired guard Mike Nieto.
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To pave the way for the inclusion of Heading and Nieto to the active roster, Ping Exciminiano and rookie CJ Payawal were relegated to the unrestricted free agency list (with rights to salary).
If ever Heading gets to play, it will be his first game in the season-ending conference after being sidelined by 'severe back spasm' during the Commissioner's Cup playoffs.
Heading was acquired by TNT from Converge in a blockbuster trade for two-time Finals MVP Mikey Williams.
Nieto meanwhile, was picked up by the Tropang 5G from the Unrestricted Free Agency list.
The activation of the two is expected to further propel TNT for a possible Top 4 finish going to the playoffs.
The Tropang 5G are currently on a five-game winning run and a 5-3 slate.
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