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Former NBA big man Johnathan Motley, who previously played for the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers, decided to leave Hapoel Tel Aviv earlier this month due to safety concerns.

Despite being under contract with the Israeli club, Motley signed a deal with the NBA G League. However, he encountered a complication when he did not receive the necessary letter of clearance from FIBA, preventing him from officially joining the G League.

In an unexpected turn of events, Motley has now returned to Hapoel Tel Aviv on a two-year contract, as announced by the team, via BasketNews.

This development comes after a series of unusual circumstances, with Motley’s initial departure from the club being linked to concerns over his safety.

His return to Hapoel will mark a fresh chapter in his overseas career, where he will look to make an impact once again with the Israeli team.