Chris Holm, an integral part of the Sendai 89ers' success during the final years of the Honoo Hamaguchi era, is returning to the Tohoku-based club.

The veteran center finalized a deal with the 89ers for the 2015-16 season, the team recently announced.

One of the premier rebounders in league history, Holm played a starring role for the Niigata Albirex BB, Kyoto Hannaryz and Shiga Lakestars, helping all three franchises, advance to the Final Four over the past four seasons.