Chuck Hayes has been cleared by doctors to play in the NBA this season.
In a statement released by Hayes’ agent Calvin Andrews, the power forward/center said that he is “happy to say I have a healthy heart and have been cleared to play immediately.” He tweeted the following message to his Twitter followers this morning.
Words can’t explain how I feel, with the support of family, friends, fans, and the love/power of GOD, PRAYER WORKS, I love and thank you ALL
Multiple reports indicate that Hayes prefers to re-sign with the Sacramento Kings. However, Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports adds Hayes may revisit other options, including Houston, San Antonio or Minnesota.
Free agent big man Chuck Hayes tells Y! Sports that while Kings will get strong consideration he is “back at square one” free agency wise. “I have to see what teams are interested still. It’s back to the drawing board, block one, lets go on this merry-go-round,” Hayes told Y!
According to reports, Hayes is likely announce his decision after Christmas.
The Kings signed the Modesto native to a four-year contract, worth an estimated $21-million, before nullifying the deal after Hayes failed his physical.
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