Former NBA star Montrezl Harrell had his contract terminated by the Adelaide 36ers Thursday after failing a doping check in China this 12 months.

The Australian membership mentioned that they had “no choice” however to half methods with the American energy ahead, who was drafted by the Houston Rockets and made his title with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Harrell examined constructive in April for tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA), a precursor to THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana, whereas enjoying for Xinjiang Flying Tigers in China’s skilled basketball league.

The announcement fo the constructive check was solely made two months later, after he had re-signed with Adelaide.

Harrell, who additionally performed for the Los Angeles Lakers and Washington Wizards, is presently serving a provisional ban, awaiting a last penalty from the China Anti-Doping Company.

“Because it stands, Harrell shouldn’t be permitted to coach or play,” the 36ers mentioned in a press release.

“With no timeline on when the method shall be finalised and no certainty on any sanctions, the membership has been left with no choice however to terminate Harrell’s contract to permit it to maneuver to finalise the enjoying roster.”

Australia’s Nationwide Basketball League opened its new season final week.

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