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Mike Muscala reportedly to return to Thunder, adding front court depth

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DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 22: Mike Muscala #33 of the Oklahoma City Thunder smiles during the game against the Denver Nuggets on October 22, 2022 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Mike Muscala is going to spend the rest of the season in a place he knows well and feels comfortable.

Muscala, waived by the Pistons as part of a buyout this week, will sign with the Oklahoma City Thunder, reports Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Muscala was with the Thunder from 2019-2023, playing in 168 games and averaging seven points and three rebounds a game. Nicknamed “Moose,” he has long been a fan favorite in OKC.

Muscala, 32, provides a little depth to the Thunder’s frontcourt behind Chet Holmgren, along with Jaylin Williams, Kenrich Williams, and the recently signed Bismack Biyombo.

Muscala is a stretch big and career 37.6% 3-point shooter who did not get many minutes this season with the Pistons or Wizards (not exactly hard rotations to crack). Plus, he’s shooting 31.8% from 3 this season and has struggled on the defensive end. The Thunder are hoping that back on a good team in a system he knows, Muscala can provide a little veteran depth.