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Core answer
- Carlos Boozer is a former NBA forward who played for the Cavaliers, Jazz, Bulls, and Lakers. He last appeared in the NBA in the 2014-15 season with the Lakers and later expressed interest in returning, but there hasn’t been sustained, widely reported action confirming a new NBA contract for him since then.[3][5]
Context and recent coverage highlights
- In the years following his Lakers stint, Boozer mentioned wanting to make an NBA comeback and discussed his workouts and readiness for a bench role with a contending team.[3]
- Media coverage from that period also noted Boozer’s departure from Chicago as teams explored amnesty options and potential sign-and-trade moves, but a definitive return didn’t materialize at the time.[1]
- Boozer remained a subject of occasional interest in 2015–2016 as he pursued opportunities, including NBA return discussions, though nothing concrete surfaced about a new contract in the NBA after that window.[2][3]
Quick background
- Full name: Carlos Boozer
- DOB: November 20, 1981
- Notable career: 2-time NBA All-Star; played for Cavaliers, Jazz, Bulls, Lakers; Olympic gold (2008) and bronze (2004) with Team USA.
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