The 2022-2023 season for the Phoenix Suns was relatively good, they had a winning record of 45-37 and reached the postseason where they lost in the conference semifinals by 2-4 to the current NBA Champions, Denver Nuggets.

Kevin Durant will continue to play with the Suns during the 2023-2024 season, he hopes that the front office will do everything possible to find new players who can help him reach the playoffs again.

So far the Phoenix Suns have two new important additions, a new head coach, Frank Vogel and star shooting guard Bradley Beal who was traded for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet and other benefits.

Who will be the Euroleague star who could join the Suns for the 2023-2024 season?

According to EuroHoops, the Phoenix Suns would be considering Mike James, he was already part of the franchise in 2017 but he had to go to the Euroleague for about 5 years to finish developing his game. It is said that one of James’ negative points is that he is weak defensively.

During his stay in the Euroleague, Mike James won the Greek League twice, he also has a French league and Italian Supercup title, and was named All-EuroLeague First Team in 2022 and 2-time Greek League MVP, among other awards.

In 2022 Mike James criticized Steph Curry calling him ‘one-dimensional’, that comment was labeled as viral and controversial as James negatively compared Curry’s career to LeBron James, Kevin Durant and other superstars.

That’s why some players struggle to stay in the league for long. They go back and forth with short stints and then play overseas, as some European and Asian tournaments are better suited for their game.

Still, some of them come back right in time for the season or even ahead of the playoffs. With that in mind, let’s take a look at three NBA comeback candidates currently playing in Europe or China.

NBA Rumors: 3 Overseas Players That Could Make A Comeback

3. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson was playing the best basketball of his career with the Brooklyn Nets and then it all went downhill for him. He’s not much of a shooter, but his length, defense, and athleticism could grant him another shot in the league.

Hollis-Jefferson can hold his own vs. smaller, quicker guardswhile also being able to defend both forward spots. He’s currently playing for Puerto Rico’sAtléticos de San Germán, but would welcome a homecoming in a heartbeat.

2. Jahlil Okafor

Jahlil Okafor is one of the biggest busts in NBA Draft history. Once considered a future superstar, his poor defense and questionable work ethic drove him out of the league seven years after being the third overall pick.

Okafor is currently playing for theZhejiang Lions in China after failing to get consistent playing time in the NBA. But the physical traits and scoring skills are there, and if Enes Kanter played for so long, who’s to say he shouldn’t get another chance?

1. Mike James

Mike James is an instant source of offense off the bench. He may never be a good defender by NBA standards, but he’s a streaky shooter that can get hot in the blink of an eye, and he’s proven it already.

James is a bonafide bucket-getter and is currently playing for theAS Monaco Basket but has openly admitted his desire to get another shot in the NBA. He has Sixth Man of the Year potential if used properly.

We’ve seen some unlikely comebacks now that the league is allowing teams to sign players as emergency replacements, with Joe Johnson back on the court after 3 years away from the NBA.

Trae Young, James Harden, and Giannis Antetokounmpo are just some of the players sitting out with COVID. So, who could be next? Who should contenders sign to try and salvage this complicated season? Let’s take a look at the top 3 best free agents still available.

NBA Rumors: The 3 Best Free Agents Still Available

Honorable Mentions: Wesley Matthews, Bismack Biyombo, Tyler Johnson

3. Marc Gasol

Marc Gasol wasn’t at his best the last time we saw him on the court but he could still provide 10-15 minutes off the bench. He’s smart, savvy, a solid playmaker, and a guy that can do a little bit of everything on the court.

While not athletic nor fast, Gasol is a solid rim protector and can also hold his own in the perimeter. He’s got a sweet shooting stroke from all three levels and should get another shot as an emergency backup.

2. Jeff Teague

Not so long ago, Jeff Teague was an All-Star point guard in the Eastern Conference. And while he’s no longer an explosive scorer nor a good defender, he’s still more than capable of leading an offense off the bench.

Teague can knock down shots from beyond the arc and is a veteran playmaker that could lead the way for the second unit. He may not flash with athleticism but can definitely give a team 15+ minutes.

1. Mike James

Mike James was actually pretty good for the Brooklyn Nets last season so it was kind of a surprise to see that they didn’t bring him back. He’s now playing for AS Monaco but he’s constantly stated that he’ll always have the NBA as a priority.

James is an explosive, streaky scorer that can knock down shots from all over the court. He likes to push the pace up and is a crafty playmaker that can play both guard spots. He could give any contender a massive boost.