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Melvin Ely Signs Deal With Japanese Team

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Melvin Ely, the 12th overall pick in the 2002 NBA Draft, has accepted a contract offer to play for the Gunma Crane Thunders for the upcoming season. Ely must pass a physical exam for the contract to be finalized.

The Crane Thunders, who are entering their third season in the bj-league, made the announcement earlier this week.

via Ed Odeven of The Japan Times