Tibor Pleiss was assigned to the D-League on Monday, Jody Genessy of the Deseret News reports.

Pleiss was assigned to the D-League on Monday, Jody Genessy of the Deseret News reports.

Analysis:

Pleiss has appeared in only four games in what is looking like a developmental season for the 7-foot-3 rookie. He'll head to the D-League, where he'll have an opportunity to see big minutes in a competitive setting. Pleiss is expected to be available for Tuesday's game against the Oklahoma City Blue.