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Rafael Hettsheimeir has signed with Real Madrid. ESPN.com.br

Real Madrid, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

Fabio Balassiano: Brazilian Hettsheimer to define his team in 15 days. NBA teams want him, but Maccabi (Israel) has chance. Zaragoza (former club) still trying Twitter

Free Agency, Israel, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

That leaves little room for Brazil’s Rafael Hettsheimeir, a 6-10, 260-pound center who has drawn the attention of several NBA teams. The 26-year-old plays in the Spanish League and some international reports have suggested that the Mavericks have offered him a deal. That may be the case, but Nelson said nothing is close to happening, at least not with the Mavericks. Hettsheimeir may have to work through some physical problems before the Mavericks or any other NBA team is ready to commit to him. Dallas Morning News

Dallas Mavericks, Spain, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

Mavericks and Cavaliers are very interested in Rafael Hettsheimeir. Dallas is the team most interested in him. TuBasket.com

Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

Mavericks and Cavaliers are offering Hettsheimeir a one-year contract. Only 50 percent of the contract would be guaranteed. TuBasket.com

Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

The Dallas Mavericks and the Atlanta Hawk, are interested in Rafael Hettsheimeir. Encestando

Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

The Dallas Mavericks have had talks with Rafael Hettsheimer but haven't made an offer to the Brazilian center, a source close the situation said Monday. Website Basketeria.com.br (in Portuguese) reported that the Mavs have made an offer to the 6-foot0-10, 260-pounder who has been playing in Spain, similar to the path taken by San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter. The source said the Mavs have had talks with the Brazilian but reports of an offer are premature. ESPN.com

Dallas Mavericks, Free Agency, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

The Dallas Mavericks have made an offer to Brazilian center Rafael Hettsheimeir. Basketeria

Dallas Mavericks, Free Agency, Rafael Hettsheimeir 

Hettsheimeir is going to the United States for a series of interviews, medical examinations and meetings with leaders of (other) teams interested. Basketeria

Dallas Mavericks, Free Agency, Rafael Hettsheimeir