Oklahoma City Thunder's Serge Ibaka relishing return to the court

Oklahoma City Thunder center Serge Ibaka has revealed that he cannot wait to return to the court following his injury layoff.

The 26-year-old missed 18 matches for the Thunder last season when he sustained a knee injury and underwent arthroscopic surgery.

Ibaka has now returned to full fitness ahead of the new campaign and is relishing getting back on the court.

"I feel great," Ibaka told reporters. "I feel great. Can't wait. I'm ready to go."

The Thunder open their campaign against the San Antonio Spurs on October 28.