PBA: 3-team deal looms as Schonny Winston set for Converge exit

A pending trade could mark the end of Schonny Winston's stay with Converge. PBA Images (file photo)

By Ivan Saldajeno

MANILA--Schonny Winston could be on his way out of Converge, as he is part of a three-team trade that also involves NLEX and Meralco.

The proposed deal, which was revealed on Saturday, will see Winston moving to the Road Warriors along with Kevin Racal.

In return, the FiberXers will receive Jonnel Policarpio from the Road Warriors and Kurt Reyson, plus a future second-round pick, from the Bolts.

Converge will then play the conduit role in a separate part of the trade that would ship Javee Mocon from NLEX to Meralco.

For his team's part, Road Warriors team governor Roland Dulatre thanked Policarpio and Mocon for their roles for them on and off the court.

“We are truly grateful to Javee and Jonnel for their professionalism and commitment during their time with NLEX. Javee brought leadership to our locker room, while Jonnel showed great potential and energy from day one," said Dulatre. 

"We thank them for their contributions to the Road Warriors and wish them nothing but success in the next chapter of their careers.”

The swap is now being assessed by the PBA trade committee.