D.J. White Assigned To Tulsa 66ers
The Thunder has assigned rookie forward D.J. White to the Tulsa 66ers, its D-League affiliate.
White, the 29th overall pick, has yet to play in this year because of jaw surgery. He was cleared by team doctors on Monday to resume full-contact practices and games after having not played or practiced since before the start of training camp.
Thunder officials made the move hoping that White can get his timing back in Tulsa and receive more playing time than he likely would recevive in Oklahoma City.
White is expected to rejoin the team before the end of the season and make his debut with the Thunder.
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I think this is a good idea. It allows DJ to get back into playing shape without being pressured to play at the NBA level. It will be a good way to adjust to the difference between college and the pros, especially after not playing for almost an entire season. Then, hopefully he can play in summer league and be ready for fall.
[...] UPDATE: White has been assigned to the Tulsa 66ers and is expected to rejoin the team and make his debut with OKC before the end of the year. [...]