The NBL announced on Saturday morning that Dave Andersen will join Melbourne United as an injury replacement for Jack White. He will remain with the club for the remainder of the 2021 season.

The 211-centimetre tall Andersen - who last played for the Hawks in 2021 - returns to United, where he helped win a championship in 2017/18.

And he will waste no time hitting the ground running in his next stint, suiting up in the number 13 jersey for the side against South East Melbourne Phoenix at John Cain Arena on Saturday night.

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"He is just a great fit for us right now, we're really excited for him to join our group. We feel as though he can step up on the court when required, and we can have full confidence in him due to his ability and experience," United head coach Dean Vickerman said.

"But the biggest thing from adding a player like 'DA' to this squad is the winning culture that he will drive. He has been a winner his whole career, and the experience he will add is invaluable. We're adding a bona fide leader who will already have the complete trust of the group.

"His talent, his relentless winning mentality and his experience are all pieces that will help us get closer to winning this championship. We feel as though this is our time."