BISMARCK, N.D. Dec. 27, 2006 – Forward Kevin Lyde has be reacquired by the Dakota Wizards of the NBA Development League. He takes the roster spot vacated by Jerome Beasley, who has left the team.

Lyde played in five games, averaging 16.6 minutes, 5.8 points and 4.8 rebounds before being waived by the Wizards on Dec. 15. Beasley played in nine games (seven starts) for Dakota, averaging 28.2 minutes, 13.3 points and 6.8 rebounds.

Lyde is expected to be in uniform when Dakota (6-3) visits Idaho (5-6) today. He will wear jersey #42.