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Lindy Waters III Signs Two-Year Contract with OKC Thunder Coming off of a productive performance off the bench in a loss to the Kings on Sunday evening, Lindy Waters III was offered a full NBA contr...

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Signing two-year deal with Thunder Waters signed a two-year, $3.8 million contract with the Thunder on Monday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact The second year of the deal is a team option. Waters has played 25 games for the Thunder so far this season and is averaging 4.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.2 three-pointers in 11.2 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well in win Waters posted 12 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two steals over 17 minutes during Sunday's 124-115 loss to the Kings.

Impact Waters saw more playing time with the Thunder in the loss, scoring a season-high 12 points on 66.7 percent shooting, which included 3-for-5 from beyond the arc. It was nice to see him step up in his limited time on the floor, but given his usual role and the fact that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (ankle/abdomen) was out for this game, he's still not worth rostering in any league.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't suit up Wednesday Waters did not take the floor for the Blue's Wednesday night matchup against the Mad Ants.

Impact Even though Waters suited up for the Thunder's game against Golden State on Feb. 6, he did not have the opportunity to showcase his skills for the Blue on Wednesday. Waters is currently on a two-way deal, so that could play a role in why he didn't suit up for the G League club. When he's back with the Blue, expect him to make an impact as one of the main offensive weapons.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't suit up Wednesday Waters did not suit up for the Blue's Wednesday night matchup against the South Bay Lakers.

Impact Waters has played a key role for the Blue this season, averaging 24.3 points over 37.2 minutes per game. Therefore, it's surprising that he did not enter the game against South Bay as he could've helped the Blue overcome the deficit to secure the victory.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leading scorer in win Waters finished with 30 points (9-15 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and four blocks in 41 minutes during Tuesday's 122-117 win over the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.

Impact Waters played a key role in helping the Blue secure the victory, finishing as the leading scorer while also being active on the glass. He also showcased his defensive versatility as a rim protector finishing with a team-high four blocks.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in win Waters finished with 21 points (6-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds and three assists in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 112-108 win over the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

Impact Waters stepped up to the plate for the Blue finishing as one of the leading scorers while also being a threat from deep. Expect him to continue to be productive as one of the main guards for Oklahoma City.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Thunder Waters has rejoined the Thunder and will be available for Friday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Waters had been with the team's G League affiliate but is back with the parent organization for Friday's contest. Even so, he's unlikely to see much action with the backcourt regulars available.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores nine points in return Waters chipped in nine points (3-7 FG, 3-7 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and two steals across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 121-120 victory over the Wizards.

Impact In his first game with the Thunder since Oct. 23, Waters had a productive night and scored a season-high nine points. He appeared in three contests for the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League between appearances for the Thunder. The 25-year-old produced 8.0 points per game and made 36.3 percent of his three-point tries in 25 games last season for the Thunder and will look to return to that level of performance with his return to the team.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't see floor Tuesday Waters will not play in Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to a two-way player limit of 50 games played, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Waters played 14 minutes against the Timberwolves, though he supplied just three points. However, he's only allowed to play in a maximum of 50 games, so the rebuilding Thunder will space out his usage. Waters could retake the floor in Thursday's rematch with the Clippers.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

How Lindy Waters Can Secure a Roster Spot in Oklahoma City Oklahoma City will need to improve long range shooting next season, and Lindy Waters could be the best shooter on the team.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

OKC Thunder Summer League Profile: Lindy Waters III Barring injury, Lindy Waters III is good to go for the Summer League.

JUNE 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Thunder End of the Year Report Card: Lindy Waters Lindy Waters only played 25 games for the Thunder, but in the short time he turned head after a long journey to the NBA.

APRIL 24, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Thunder End of the Year Report Card: Lindy Waters Lindy Waters only played 25 games for the Thunder, but in the short time he turned head after a long journey to the NBA.

APRIL 24, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

OKC Thunder news: John Hollinger lists Lindy Waters III as a reason to watch the Thunder . @TheAthletic listed Lindy Waters III as a reason to watch the Oklahoma City Thunder this late in the season.

APRIL 9, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Another double-figure performance Waters had 16 points (6-12 FG, 4-10 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists and one block in 23 minutes during Friday's 110-101 loss to Detroit.

Impact Waters dished out a season-high four assists and scored in double figures for a fourth consecutive contest. During that stretch, the undrafted rookie out of Oklahoma State has averaged 14.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.3 steals in 25.8 minutes per game. As long as Tre Mann (hamstring) remains out, Waters figures to garner an increased role behind Vit Krejci, who has started all three games in Mann's absence.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Young and Waters from Teammates to Competitors Lindy Waters III ties Thunder rookie record.

MARCH 31, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Explodes for 25 points Waters provided 25 points (9-15 FG, 7-13 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 136-118 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Waters has been playing well off the bench of late and reached double digits in scoring for the third game in a row. However, the 25-point output was easily a season-best mark for the Oklahoma State product, as he hadn't even reached the 20-point plateau earlier this season.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shines against Nuggets Waters supplied 14 points (5-11 FG, 4-10 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists and three steals over 26 minutes during Saturday's 113-107 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Waters tied his career high with four three-pointers in the loss, and he notched a new career-best mark with three steals. The rookie posted his fourth game of double-digit points across 19 appearances this season. With Oklahoma City eliminated from playoff contention, it wouldn't be surprising to see him get more opportunity down the stretch, though he's already been playing a healthy 21.3 minutes over 13 games in March.

MARCH 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Well-rounded performance off bench Waters ended with 12 points (4-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 21 minutes during Sunday's 90-85 loss to the Magic.

Impact Waters saw a slight uptick in playing time Sunday after logging no more than 12 minutes in either of his last two appearances. He stepped up with a double-digit scoring total while matching his season high on the boards. Across his five appearances since returning to a bench role, the 24-year-old has averaged 7.4 points and 3.6 rebounds in 19.6 minutes per game.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Waters will move back to the bench for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact After making his first career start Wednesday at Minnesota, Waters will retreat to the bench Sunday as the Thunder start Theo Maledon and Tre Mann along with regulars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Darius Bazley and Isaiah Roby.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: New Player Assumes New Role Lindy Waters becomes an efficient player in the secondary rotation.

MARCH 12, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Set for first NBA start Waters will start Wednesday's game against Minnesota, Brandon Rahbar of Daily Thunder reports.

Impact With Tre Mann, Josh Giddey (hip) and Kenrich Williams (knee) all sidelined, the depleted Thunder will roll with Waters alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Aaron Wiggins, Darius Bazley and Isaiah Roby. It will be the first NBA start for the undrafted Oklahoma State product, who's coming off of a career-high 16 points in Tuesday's blowout loss to the Bucks.

MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores bench-leading 16 points Waters poured in 16 points (6-11 FG, 4-9 3Pt) and added three rebounds and a steal across 25 minutes in Tuesday's 142-115 loss to the Bucks.

Impact The Thunder reserves received increased playing time after the Bucks turned the game into a blowout just a few minutes into the fourth quarter, with Waters taking advantage of the garbage-time run to establish a new career high in scoring. Oklahoma City was down seven players Tuesday due to injury, and Tre Mann (ankle) was added to the list of wounded players ahead of Wednesday's game in Minnesota. Waters looks like he'll continue to hold down a rotation role for the next several contests while the Thunder are at less-than-optimal health.

MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Top Performers: Lindy Waters III Impresses, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Continues Hot Streak Lindy Waters III and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander placed positive performances in an otherwise shaky contest.

MARCH 9, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

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