NBA: Bulls bring back Mohammed

Back-up center Nazr Mohammed re-signed with the Chicago Bulls, staying in his hometown rather than retiring.

In his first season with the Bulls, Mohammed, a 16-year veteran, played in 63 games (12 starts) and averaged 2.6 points 3.1 rebounds and 0.50 blocks per game last season.

Mohammed has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder (2010-12), Charlotte Bobcats (2007-10), Detroit Pistons (2006-08), San Antonio Spurs (2004-06), New York Knicks (2003-05), Atlanta Hawks (2000-04) and the Philadelphia 76ers (1998-01).

It was an easy decision because I really enjoyed my teammates, coaching staff, management and the fans. I felt that we exceeded everyone's..

— Nazr Mohammed (@NazrMohammed) July 2, 2013

..expectations but our own. I decided to return to the city that I was born and raised in to play my 16th season. Looking forward to going..

— Nazr Mohammed (@NazrMohammed) July 2, 2013

..to battle with a group of guys who never made excuses and just tried to find a way to win. Can't wait to play for the Bulls again next...

— Nazr Mohammed (@NazrMohammed) July 2, 2013

...season #SeeRed #BullsNation #Holdat

— Nazr Mohammed (@NazrMohammed) July 2, 2013

Mohammad first broke the news of his signing on July 2 via Twitter, saying he's thrilled to stay home. Mohammed said the chance to play with Derrick Rose, who sat out the entire 2012-13 season recovering from knee surgery, was a factor in his decision to play another season. - Reuters