Tarik Black and Ryan Kelly Assigned to the D-Fenders
January 8, 2016 - NBA G League (G League)
Los Angeles D-Fenders News Release
EL SEGUNDO - The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned Tarik Black and Ryan Kelly to the D-Fenders, it was announced today.
In five games for the D-Fenders this season, Kelly is averaging 27.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.6 blocks in 35.2 minutes. Black has recorded double-doubles in each of his five games played this season, tallying 18.6 points, 13.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 33.8 minutes.
The pair is expected to join the team in Santa Cruz this weekend for the NBA D-League Showcase. Los Angeles is set to face the Canton Charge at 10:00am PT on Saturday, and the Grand Rapids Drive at 12:30pm PT on Sunday. Both games are available live on NBA TV.
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