Report: Lance Stephenson planning NBA return
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Lance Stephenson is ready for a comeback.
The free-agent guard is planning to return to the NBA after playing overseas in China this season, reports Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes.
Stephenson impressed in 29 games with the CBA's Liaoning Flying Leopards, averaging 26.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game.
The journeyman has played for seven organizations in nine NBA seasons, including six campaigns with the Indiana Pacers.
The 29-year-old's most successful years were with the Pacers, as he helped the team reach the Eastern Conference finals in 2013 and 2014.
Stephenson suited up in 68 games for the Los Angeles Lakers last season.
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