Winder Returns For Third Season With Vipers
Published on December 24, 2009 under NBA G League (G League)
Rio Grande Valley Vipers News Release
MCALLEN, TEXAS - The NBA Development League Rio Grande Valley Vipers announced today that they have acquired guard Craig Winder, who played for the team during their first two seasons.
Winder (6-2, 190) takes the roster spot of Mike Harris, who earned a GATORADE Call-Up to the Houston Rockets yesterday.
In 88 career games (nine starts) with the Vipers, the University of Texas alumnus is averaging 8.4 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game. Last season, Winder averaged 8.9 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 46 games (six starts).
"Craig is a returning Viper and an experienced veteran who will bring high energy and a defensive approach to our backcourt. This move provides us with experience in our backcourt, where we are young, and overall balance to our roster. I know the fans will be excited to see him back and we are looking forward to his return as a contributor to our team," Vipers General Manager Gersson Rosas said.
Winder will be in uniform for Saturday's 7:30 p.m. game against the Austin Toros at Dodge Arena. Tickets can be purchased through the Vipers at the Pro-Shop at Uptown Plaza on N. 10th St. in McAllen, over the phone (972-1144), or online through Ticketmaster via rgvipers.com.
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