Oklahoma suspends Akolda Manyang indefinitely after assault charge
Mark D. Smith / USA TODAY Sports
Oklahoma center Akolda Manyang has been suspended indefinitely after being charged with assault and battery.
"We are aware of the matter and Akolda has been indefinitely suspended from the team," a statement from the team obtained by Joe Buettner of the Dallas Morning News said.
Manyang allegedly punched a man in the face, causing broken teeth early Sunday morning, according to court documents.
The junior played sparingly last season, averaging just 2.5 points.
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