Scotty Hopson still an option for Converge

Converge is not yet letting go of its original import Scotty Hopson. 

The FiberXers interim coach Franco Atienza said that they will continue to evaluate the health condition of Hopson especially that they are moving closer to clinching a quarterfinals berth in the PBA Season 49 Governor's Cup.

Because of the injury that Hopson suffered that he even played through in the past three games, Converge was forced to change its import and tapped the services of Jalen Jones.

Jones proved that he is a worthy replacement import as he produced 32 points and 10 rebounds, and helped the FiberXers in their 105-97 win against Meralco on Wednesday night at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Though there's a new reinforcement in town, Hopson still watched the game over at the Converge bench while trying to recuperate from a hurting hip flexor.

"Right now Scotty is in the injured/reserved list and he's day to day for us," said Atienza of the import who led them to four wins including two historical victories.

Hopson became the first player who made a four-point game-winner, not just once but twice. And as of writing, he is the only one who has done the feat.

"We want to keep him there as an option, so we will continue to evaluate yung prognosis niya."

However, Franco gave the 31-year-old Jones an A+ on his PBA debut.

Converge will have their final elimination game against Magnolia on September 23 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.