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Former Denver Nuggets center Chris “Birdman” Andersen claims that his longtime attorney and sports agent stole money from his bank account, handed Netflix the rights to his life story for free, and shuttered Crepes ‘n Crepes, his in-laws’ restaurant in Cherry Creek.

Denver Post

After declining to discuss the catfishing scheme for years, Andersen decided to tell his story in the early 2020s and tasked his attorney with finding a way that allowed Andersen to maintain editorial control and get paid. Instead, unbeknownst to him, Bryant signed a deal with two production companies that achieved neither goal, Andersen said. Despite being interviewed for an unnamed Netflix project, Andersen claims that he has not been compensated.

Denver Post

ClutchPoints: "This man was huddled over at his locker eating a double chili cheeseburger... At HALFTIME!" Josh Richardson tells a story about Chris "Birdman" Andersen 🤣 (via @theOGsShow) pic.twitter.com/HRgPUgceV9

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Ben Golliver: Chris “Birdman” Andersen courtside at Las Vegas Summer League

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Big 3 N3ws: BREAKING: As per @baileyocarroll’s documentary, ‘There’s Power’, Chris Andersen has retired after tearing his ACL during the 2019 Season. During his tenure, Birdman was a DPOY, champion, fan-favorite, and source of countless hilarious sideline hijinks. He will he missed.

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Alex Kennedy: Tyreke Evans tested positive for "drugs of abuse." According to ESPN (when Chris Andersen was dismissed for this), "The drugs on that list are amphetamine and its analogs, which include methamphetamine; cocaine; LSD; opiates, including heroin, codeine and morphine; and PCP."

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Duvalier Johnson: Chris “Birdman” Anderson said that he is keeping his options open and is ready to make a return to the NBA. Emphasized that he is not retired.

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Duvalier Johnson: Chris Andersen said that he isn’t officially retired and he brings veteran leadership especially on the defensive end, locker room and wisdom. #Nuggets

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Michael Singer: Chris "Birdman" Andersen just told a few reporters he's not officially retired and still seeking an NBA comeback ... and then he missed two ceremonial free throws to start the game.

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Birdman plans to take flight again. Whether that means a chance in the NBA or in a league overseas is to be determined. “I want to go out on my terms,” he said.

Miami Herald

His first step to do so is coming in the Big3 league. Andersen said he approached them ahead of the season. The 10-week slate — with one game per week against players who have gone through the motions of the NBA — provides him and others the chance to show scouts and fans alike that they still have what it takes to play some basketball. And while it’s a 3-on-3 league, Andersen said it would be naive for outsiders to underestimate the intensity that takes place on the court every Friday. “It’s a great platform for guys trying to get back to the league or trying to get overseas,” he said. “The opportunities are endless.”

Miami Herald

Ira Winderman: Chris Andersen (Birdman) seated on the sideline by the Heat bench. Was cut by Cavs this season after injury.

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Rick Bonnell: The @Charlotte Hornets would have to finish this season with one of the top-5 records in the NBA, for Cleveland to get that 2nd-round pick.

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Charlotte Hornets General Manager Rich Cho announced today that the team has acquired center Chris Andersen and cash considerations from the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for a protected second-round pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. The second-round pick is top-55 protected. In a subsequent move, the Hornets have waived Andersen and the Charlotte roster stands at 14 players.

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