Killian Hayes, the French basketball player, has turned down lucrative offers from several European clubs, including Real Madrid and ASVEL, to pursue his NBA dreams once again. Sources indicate that Hayes is hoping to secure an invitation to an NBA training camp later this year.
Choosing the NBA Over European Offers
Despite being courted by major European teams, including Guerschon Yabusele and Théo Maledon, who successfully returned to Europe after challenging stints in the NBA, Hayes opted to stay in the United States. The 24-year-old, who developed his skills at Cholet Basket, had an offer from ASVEL but decided to continue chasing opportunity in the NBA. Reports suggest that Real Madrid and Anadolu Efes also showed interest, although nothing formal developed from those discussions.
Aiming for a Permanent NBA Spot
Hayes remains optimistic about securing a lasting position in the NBA. His last game in the league was in March, when he signed a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets to fill in for the injured D’Angelo Russell. As Hayes prepares for the upcoming season, the focus will now be on which teams will extend an invitation for him to participate in training camps.
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