Free agent center Aron Baynes is thought to be mulling over a contract offer from Chinese side the Shanghai Sharks, according to a report in the press.

Baynes last turned out for the San Antonio Spurs last season, with the franchise also thought to have offered the player another deal to keep him at the side for next season.

ESPN's Marc Stein revealed the news via Twitter, with the journalist also suggesting that other teams have made offers for the services of Baynes.

NBA camps are due to open soon as teams prepare for the coming season, which begins on October 28.