Former Phoenix Suns forward Nigel Hayes-Davis inked a deal to return to Europe after being traded away from the Suns ahead of last week's trade deadline.
After spending half the season in the NBA, Nigel Hayes-Davis has returned to Europe, agreeing to sign with Panathinaikos, writes Johnny Askouinis of Eurohoops.
Former Wisconsin Badgers star Nigel Hayes-Davis was one of the biggest stars in European basketball last year when he decided to take another shot at the NBA.
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
PHOENIX — The Milwaukee Bucks have already made a decision on one of the players they acquired from the Phoenix Suns, a move that could ultimately send him back to the EuroLeague.
The NBA's trade deadline has come and gone, and as expected the Phoenix Suns were minor (but active) participants. The Suns traded center Nick Richards and forward Nigel Hayes-Davis in a three-team trade that included the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls.
The Bucks wasted little time making a decision on Nigel Hayes-Davis. Milwaukee requested waivers on the veteran forward shortly after acquiring him from the Phoenix Suns in a three-team deal, the team announced.
The Bucks have requested waivers on forward Nigel Hayes-Davis shortly after acquiring him from Phoenix in a three-team trade, the team announced in a press release.
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Nigel Hayes-Davis made a surprising move back to the United States ahead of the NBA's 2025-26 season, signing a one-year contract with the Phoenix Suns.
It was said to be quiet for the Suns this trade season, as they were exceeding expectations and did not want to ruffle feathers in the rotation. That being known, though, it was always indicated that one move would happen for the team, one to duck the luxury tax.
The Detroit Pistons are getting ready to face off against Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns in their annual trip to Little Caesars Arena. The Pistons have had several days off while the Suns are fresh off of a loss against the Miami Heat two nights ago.
This season, one constant criticism of the composition of the Suns’ roster is the lack of a real power forward. Before the season actually began, there were hopes that either former Euro League standout Nigel Hayes-Davis or rookie Rasheer Fleming could step into that role.
As of Dec. 15, free agents who signed with teams over the summer are now eligible to be traded, which opens the door for two Phoenix Suns players. Collin Gillespie and Nigel Hayes-Davis are the two Suns who now have the green light -- if the organization so desires.
With his European experience, Nigel Hayes-Davis now wants to establish himself as more than just a player. He wants to be a source of intelligence and leadership for his team.
As he turned the corner around the stage and went to step onto it, new Phoenix Suns forward Nigel Hayes-Davis looked out to see all of the media assembled for media day on Wednesday.
After an incredible season in which he led Fenerbahçe to a historic treble, he just swept all domestic and continental titles, while being named MVP of the Final Four.
Media Day is a process. A carousel of generalities, stock answers, and the expected. It’s part of the game and part of the performance. Rarely does it peel back layers, but it does offer glimpses, little flashes of truth tucked between clichés.
Nigel Hayes last played in an NBA game during the 2017-18 season (seven years ago). That said, the 30-year-old has played well overseas, which led to him landing a contract with the Phoenix Suns.
Nigel Hayes-Davis was once among the best college basketball players in the country at Wisconsin. After a brief stint in the NBA, Hayes-Davis has spent the last seven seasons playing overseas.