Meralco, Rain or Shine swap Mac Belo, Norbert Torres

Meralco Bolts has sent Mac Belo to Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in exchange for Norbert Torres.

Both teams announced the development on Thursday as the PBA approved the trade.

In a statement, the Bolts thanked Belo for his contributions to the team and shared their excitement for the arrival of Torres.

TRADE ANNOUNCEMENT ????

We thank Mac Belo for his contributions to the team and wish him well in his future endeavors.#BoltsNation, join us in welcoming Norbert Torres to the Meralco Bolts family! ? #ChargeForward pic.twitter.com/gDB5Kji836

— Meralco Bolts (@MeralcoBolts) May 18, 2023

"We believe that he will make a positive impact on the team, and we look forward to working with him as we prepare for the upcoming season," Meralco said.

Belo has recently been out of the limelight while Torres has logged 6.56 points and 1.67 rebounds per game in nine outings during the recent Governors' Cup.

—Justin Kenneth Carandang/MGP, GMA Integrated News