Andersen to stay with Heat

Chris Andersen agreed to a one-year contract to remain with the NBA champion Miami Heat, Yahoo! Sports reported Tuesday.

Andersen, 35, will make between the veteran's mimimum of $1,399,507 and $3,183,000 next season, according to estimates.

The "Birdman" joined the Heat this past season and averaged 4.9 points and 4.1 rebounds in 42 games while providing energy, rebounding and defense off the bench.