Former All-Star forward LaMarcus Aldridge seriously considering return to NBA this season, sources say

Sources told ESPN that seven-time All-Star forward LaMarcus aldridge has had a medical consultation and is considering returning to the NBA this season.Aldridge, who was suffering from heart problems, abruptly retired in April with the Brooklyn Nets. However, he is now exploring the possibility of returning to his 15-year NBA career.Sources said that Aldridge will be meeting with potential teams over the next few weeks. However, he still needs to get cleared by a medical professional before he can sign a contract. Aldridge, 36 has not yet made a decision to play again.Aldridge stated that he felt an irregular heartbeat in April's Nets match against the Los Angeles Lakers, and then his condition worsened.Aldridge tweeted that Aldridge had put basketball first for 15 years. "Now, it's time to prioritize my family and health."After agreeing to a buyout agreement with the San Antonio Spurs (with whom he had played for 5 seasons), Aldridge signed with Nets on March 28, 2008. Aldridge spent his first nine years with the Portland Trail Blazers.In his career, he has averaged 19.4 point, 8.2 rebound and 2.0 assists.