NEW YORK _ Nets forward Wilson Chandler has been suspended 25 games for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA anti-drug program, the league announced Thursday.
The NBA said Chandler tested positive for Ipamorelin. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, Ipamorelin is a "potent synthetic pentapeptide" that has growth hormone-releasing properties.
Chandler's suspension will begin with the next regular-season game that he is eligible and physically able to play, according to the NBA. The Nets open the regular season on Oct. 23 against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Barclays Center. The Nets' 26th game of the season would be on Dec. 15 against the Philadelphia 76ers.