




<p>The 2022-2023 season for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-mavs-tried-to-steal-a-kevin-durant-teammate-from-suns-to-help-luka-doncic-20230628-BUS-19557.html">Phoenix Suns</a> 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, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-nuggets-set-to-give-nikola-jokic-extra-help-by-re-acquiring-a-first-round-pick-20230622-BUS-15487.html">Denver Nuggets</a>.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-suns-could-pair-kevin-durant-with-former-mvp-20230626-BUS-18307.html">Kevin Durant</a> 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.</p>


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<p>So far the Phoenix Suns have two new important additions, a new head coach, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/phoenix-suns-hire-their-new-head-coach-to-replace-monty-williams-20230602-BUS-5801.html">Frank Vogel</a> and star shooting guard Bradley Beal who was traded for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet and other benefits.</p>



<h2>Who will be the Euroleague star who could join the Suns for the 2023-2024 season?</h2>



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



<p>During his stay in the Euroleague, <strong>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.</strong></p>


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<p>In 2022 Mike James criticized <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/steph-curry-opens-up-on-losing-jordan-poole-20230628-BUS-19136.html">Steph Curry</a> 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.</p>


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<p>It’s one thing to <strong>make it to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-another-teams-shuts-the-door-on-knicks-julius-randle-20220824-0037.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the NBA</a>,</strong> and a completely different thing to have a long NBA career. Unless your name is <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/udonis-haslem-and-the-nba-players-who-have-playedat-least-20-seasons-with-only-one-franchise-20220821-0017.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Udonis Haslem,</a> </strong>there are no guarantees in this league, and you have to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/miami-heat-udonis-haslem-opens-up-on-his-role-in-heatles-era-with-lebron-wade-bosh-20211027-0032.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>work your heart off </strong></a>and outplay thousands of hoopers to be there.</p>
<p>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 <strong>European and Asian tournaments </strong>are better suited for their game.</p>
<p>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<strong> NBA <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/sports/25-memorable-sports-stars-who-retired-and-then-came-back-20220317-0001.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">comeback candidates</a></strong> currently playing in Europe or China.</p>
<h2>NBA Rumors: 3 Overseas Players That Could Make A Comeback</h2>
<h3>3. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson</h3>
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<p><strong>Rondae Hollis-Jefferson</strong> 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.</p>
<p>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’s<strong>Atléticos de San Germán, </strong>but would welcome a homecoming in a heartbeat.</p>
<h3>2. Jahlil Okafor</h3>
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<p><strong>Jahlil Okafor</strong> 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.</p>
<p>Okafor is currently playing for the<strong>Zhejiang Lions</strong> in China after failing to get consistent playing time in the NBA. But the physical traits and scoring skills are there, and if<strong> Enes Kanter</strong> played for so long, who’s to say he shouldn’t get another chance?</p>
<h3>1. Mike James</h3>
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<p><strong>Mike James </strong>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.</p>
<p>James is a bonafide bucket-getter and is currently playing for the<strong>AS Monaco Basket</strong> but has openly admitted his desire to get another shot in the NBA. He has Sixth Man of the Year potential if used properly.</p>

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<p>Even though the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl-t20281" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NFL</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA</a></strong> had health and safety protocols to prevent big outbreaks, <strong>COVID-19 continues to hit <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/jurgen-klopp-imposes-veto-on-signing-unvaccinated-players-20211219-0013.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">all major sports</a></strong> left and right. The league has refused to pause the season, so teams have had to find other solutions.</p>
<p>We’ve seen some unlikely comebacks now that the league is allowing teams to sign players as emergency replacements, with <strong>Joe Johnson</strong> back on the court after 3 years away from the NBA.</p>
<p><strong>Trae Young, James Harden, and Giannis Antetokounmpo </strong>are just <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/all-nba-players-out-due-to-covid-19-protocols-20211215-0006.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>some of the players</strong></a> 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.</p>
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<h2>NBA Rumors: The 3 Best Free Agents Still Available</h2>
<p><strong>Honorable Mentions:</strong> <em>Wesley Matthews, Bismack Biyombo, Tyler Johnson</em></p>
<h3>3. Marc Gasol</h3>
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<p><strong>Marc Gasol </strong>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.</p>
<p>While not athletic nor fast, Gasol is<strong> a solid rim protector</strong> 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.</p>
<h3>2. Jeff Teague</h3>
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<p>Not so long ago, <strong>Jeff Teague</strong> 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.</p>
<p>Teague can knock down shots from beyond the arc and is a veteran playmaker that could lead the way for the second unit. <strong>He may not flash with athleticism</strong> but can definitely give a team 15+ minutes.</p>
<h3>1. Mike James</h3>
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<p><strong>Mike James</strong> was actually pretty good for the <strong>Brooklyn Nets </strong>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<strong> NBA</strong> as a priority.</p>
<p>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. <strong>He could give any contender a massive boost.</strong></p>

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