![]() ![]() If no one claims him, he will be an unrestricted free agent.Īndersen was barred from the NBA from January 2006 to March 2008 for violating the league's substance abuse policy. His lawyer later claimed that Andersen was the victim of an extortion attempt.Īndersen will enter a bidding pool comprised of teams that are under the salary cap. Miami Heat's Chris 'Birdman' Andersen won the NBA championship earlier. ![]() He was excused from the team after his home was searched by police in relation to an Internet crime case in May. It seems that another high profile US sportsman has fallen victim to an internet 'catfish' hoax. Chris Andersen, often known as 'Birdman,' born on July 7, 1978, is a former professional basketball player known for his high-energy style, shot-blocking ability, and colorful personality. The Nuggets will now get to remove his salary from their books for salary cap and luxury tax purposes although Andersen will be paid in full.Īndersen averaged 5.3 points and 4.6 rebounds in 32 games off Denver's bench last season. Chris Andersen has played for both Heat and Nuggets in his career. deadline to use the amnesty clause.Īndersen, 34, was on Denver's books for $4.5 million in 2012-13 and $4.8 million in 2013-14. Chris Andersen NBA Salary All NBA Players 0 Chris Andersen Position:-Born: 07/07/78 Height: 6-10 / 2.08. Birdman Appearance Details: View News Release Full Screen. In a late-night development, the Denver Nuggets used their amnesty clause to release forward Chris "Birdman" Andersen on Tuesday, according to the Denver Post. Qwest will also be giving away Birdman t-shirts and Nuggets gear.
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