Keilor Thunder star Zac Triplett has been elevated to Melbourne United’s roster for the upcoming NBL season.
Triplett has spent the last two seasons with MU as a development player, where he appeared in 19 games. Triplett’s deal includes a club option for the NBL25 season as well.
The 21-year-old sharpshooter is coming off a strong season in the NBL1 South with the Keilor Thunder, averaging 16.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.5 assists a game.
Triplett, who played his junior basketball at the Thunder, has been a key player for the Thunder since it moved the NBL1 South competition.
United coach Dean Vickerman touched on Zac’s development the past two seasons and how he believes he can contribute to United’s NBL24 campaign.
Triplett has suited up for United in 19 games the past two seasons, averaging less than five minutes a game.
“Over his time with us Zac has really grown both physically and as an athlete,” he said. “He’s a great, confident shooter that we know can come in and make smart plays while stretching the floor.
“Knowing your role within this league is crucial, and Zac is someone that knows how to execute his role perfectly within the game plan.”
Following Triplett’s elevation, United has signed Tom Koppens as a development player for the NBL24 campaign.
Koppens, who has been playing with MU as a training player across the offseason, is coming off a standout season playing with the Sandringham Sabres in the NBL1 South.
