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NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / May 28
Former Blazers Forward Looking to Make NBA Return
A former Portland Trail Blazers player is potentially heading towards an NBA comeback after spending some time overseas. Croatian guard Mario Hezonja, a top-five draft pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, is reportedly getting interest from NBA teams.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 26
NBA Rumors Buzzing That Former Top-Five Pick Could Make Comeback
Former NBA player Mario Hezonja has not played in the league since the 2019-20 season. Since then, Hezonja has continued his basketball career in Europe.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / May 25
Former 5th Overall Pick Could Reportedly Make NBA Return
Mario Hezonja most recently played in the NBA during the 2019-20 season when he was a member of the Portland Trail Blazers. That year, he averaged 4.8 points and 3.5 rebounds per contest while shooting 42.2% from the field and 30.8% from the three-point range in 53 games (four starts).
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / May 25
NBA Free Agency Report: Former Top 5 Pick Drawing Significant Interest From Teams
An NBA blast from the past is gaining significant interest in the free agency market. According to reports, former top-five pick Mario Hezonja could be a name to watch in the offseason.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / May 25
Mario Hezonja drawing 'serious' NBA interest
Former No. 5 overall pick Mario Hezonja is drawing “serious interest” from NBA teams as he contemplates a move away from Spanish EuroLeague club Real Madrid, reports Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews.com.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / May 25
Lottery Draft Bust Potentially To Return To NBA Next Season
March 17, 2019. A date that is more than six years ago, and one that is also the biggest highlight from Mario Hezonja’s NBA career. On the New York Knicks at the time, his team held a one-point lead late on that day in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 20, 2024
Former Magic Top Pick Hezonja, Playing in Spain, Could Return to NBA
ORLANDO — Former Orlando Magic forward Mario Hezonja could be nearing a return to the NBA. The Athletic Insider Sham Charania reported that the 6-foot-8 Croatian forward has been drawing interest from NBA teams.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / June 17, 2024
Former Trail Blazers Wing Hoping for NBA Comeback?
Croatian swingman Mario Hezonja was once seen as being the kind of no-brainer lottery pick who possessed the playmaking, jumper, and athletic upside that drew comparison with a certain Los Angeles Lakers Hall of Fame shooting guard who happened to be his idol.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 16, 2024
Former top-five pick could follow the Dante Exum blueprint for NBA return
Former fifth overall pick Mario Hezonja could potentially find his way back to the NBA in the months ahead.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / June 16, 2024
Former Blazer Mario Hezonja Eyes NBA Return 
The Hezonja Experience appears ready for an encore. Former Portland Trail Blazers forward Mario Hezonja may be returning to the NBA next season, according to NBA insider Marc Stein of the Stein Line (subscription required).
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / June 16, 2024
Former Fifth Overall Pick Eyeing Return To NBA
There was a lot of hype surrounding Mario Hezonja after he was selected fifth overall in the 2015 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic. The Croatian was unable to reach expectations, and many believe he flamed out of the league after just five seasons.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16, 2024
Draft bust generates comeback intrigue after four-year absence
The NBA is approaching a pivotal part of the year with the 2024 Draft and free agency looming. Players’ basketball fates will be changed and history will be rewritten.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / June 15, 2024
Ex-NBA Player Could Reportedly Make Return Next Season
Mario Hezonja most recently played in the NBA during the 2019-20 season when he was a member of the Portland Trail Blazers. That year, he averaged 4.8 points and 3.5 rebounds per contest while shooting 42.2% from the field and 30.8% from the three-point range in 53 games (four starts).
NBA News / Empire Sports Media / March 1, 2024
Former Knicks F Mario Hezonja says he regrets signing with team in 2018
Former New York Knicks F Mario Hezonja recently shared his thoughts about his underwhelming NBA career in a recent interview with Jutarnji List, a Croatian sports outlet.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 20, 2020
Trail Blazers acquire Enes Kanter in trade with Celtics and Grizzlies
Kanter signed with the Trail Blazers in February 2019 after he was waived by the New York Knicks, and the 28-year-old found success during his brief stint at Portland.
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