Edozie returning to Bristol for 17/18 season

Daniel Edozie has agreed a new one-year deal with Bristol Flyers.

The 6ft 8in forward, who signed his first professional contract with the club, has now committed until the end of the 2017/18 season.

Edozie played in all 33 games for the Flyers last season, averaging 6.6 points and seven rebounds per game.

He said: “I’m very happy to be a part of the club again next season.

“Flyers are a growing organisation and I’ve really enjoyed the journey over the past two years. I’ve learned a lot during my time here so far and I firmly believe we’re going to have a successful season this year."

London-born Edozie joined the Flyers in August 2015, having previously played NCAA Division One basketball under current Chicago Bulls head coach Fred Hoiberg at Iowa State University.

Edozie becomes the fifth player to commit to Bristol Flyers for the 2017/18 season.

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