Lual-Acuil Jr re-signs with United for another season

Melbourne United are excited to announce that the reigning NBL 6^th Man of the Year and NBL Champion Jo Lual-Acuil Jnr has re-signed with the club on a 1-year contract.

The 211cm centre played all but one game for United this season, averaging 9.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game in NBL21, in a breakout season for United.

By proving himself to be an offensive threat whenever he was on the court while consistently impacting on the defensive end, it meant that re-signing Lual-Acuil Jnr, or JLA as he is now affectionately known by Melbourne United fans, was a key focus for the club.

Melbourne United Head Coach Dean Vickerman said: “Jo has just continued to improve during his time at the club, he was massive for us this season.”

“First and foremost, he is a great defender who can protect the paint with his length and rim-protection.”

“Couple that with his consistent effort, sprinting the floor and handling the ball like a guard – he’s a highly skilled guy.”

“Not to mention his ability on the offensive end, his touch around the rim and straight up ability to score the basketball, that makes him a really tough cover for our opposition.

“To bring him Jo back, along with the other core group of guys, is really important for us as a club in our efforts to contest for another championship next season, so we’re really happy to have him returning to Melbourne United.”

With the NBL Free Agency period now underway, Melbourne United’s attention is now focused on rebuilding a highly competitive roster for the NBL22 Season.

Melbourne United fans are also encouraged to sign on with the club, with NBL22 Membership expressions of interest now open.

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