G League Cleveland Charge

Olekaibe Undergoes Season-Ending Surgery

Published on January 13, 2016 under NBA G League (G League)
Cleveland Charge News Release


Canton Charge G Kevin Olekaibe suffered a left wrist dislocation with 23.7 seconds left in the second quarter in the December 23rd game against Grand Rapids. After he was placed on the inactive list and received further medical examination, it was determined that the injury would require season-ending surgery. The operation was a success and Olekaibe has been placed on season-ending waivers due to injury. The Charge roster stands at 11, with 10 active players and D.J. Stephens on the inactive list.

The Charge will begin a four-game road trip with a visit to the Grand Rapids Drive (Detroit Pistons affiliate) on Wednesday, January 13th at 7:00 p.m. broadcast live on YouTube. The Wine & Gold return home on Wednesday, January 20th at 11:00 a.m. for a matinee matchup with the Maine Red Claws (Boston Celtics affiliate). Tickets start at just $8 for School Day at the Charge game, where we will go "All In Against Bullying" and those in attendance will get a Mo Williams Fathead! For more information and to purchase tickets, head to www.CantonCharge.com.

2015-16 single game tickets and Charge Nation Memberships are on sale now starting at just $8 per game! Premium Memberships are also available, which include courtside seating and dining access in the Courtside Club presented by Budweiser starting at just $40 per game! Group discounts are available for parties of 20 or more, with Fan Experience Packages such as being a part of the high five tunnel or playing on the Charge court! For 2015-16 Charge Nation Memberships, game day promotions, and up-to-date information, head to www.CantonCharge.com or call 866-444-1944.

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