INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The Basketball League (TBL) proudly celebrates the continued professional success of former Enid Outlaws standout Lindy Waters III, who has signed with the Beijing Ducks of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) for the 2026–27 season.
Waters’ remarkable basketball journey is an inspiring example of the opportunities available to talented athletes who continue pursuing their professional dreams.
A native of Norman, Oklahoma, Waters played collegiate basketball at Oklahoma State University before beginning his professional career with the Enid Outlaws of The Basketball League in 2021.
His time in TBL became an early chapter in an impressive professional journey that eventually led him to the NBA.
Following his experience with the Outlaws, Waters joined the Oklahoma City Blue of the NBA G League in 2021. His determination and performance earned him a two-way contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder in February 2022, launching an NBA career that included opportunities with the Thunder, Golden State Warriors, Detroit Pistons, and San Antonio Spurs.
Known for his perimeter shooting, versatility, and perseverance, Waters established himself as a professional capable of competing at basketball’s highest level.
In September 2026, Waters added another exciting chapter to his career by signing with the Beijing Ducks, one of China’s established professional basketball organizations.
For The Basketball League, Waters’ continued success represents the importance of providing athletes with a competitive platform where their professional journeys can continue to develop.
From the Enid Outlaws to the NBA and now the international stage, Lindy Waters III exemplifies the determination, resilience, and opportunity that professional basketball can provide.
The Basketball League congratulates Lindy Waters III on this exciting opportunity and wishes him continued success as he represents the game on the international stage.