Enrique Freeman has gone from part-time player with a Pacers team that went to Game 7 in the NBA Finals to unrestricted free agent in just a matter of months. He’s excited about what will come next, writes Spencer Davies of RG.
Freeman averaged 2.1 points and 1.4 rebounds while playing 7.2 minutes per night in 22 games for Indiana as a rookie, after being selected with the 50th pick in the 2024 draft. He received more playing time than may have been expected following the Achilles injury to Isaiah Jackson.
He went on to have a productive Summer League this year for the Pacers, averaging 16.6 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks while shooting 72.5% from the field and 55.6% from three on limited attempts. Despite that, the Pacers withdrew their two-way qualifying offer, making him an unrestricted free agent this summer.
“I think I put myself in a good position to where I’ll be somewhere soon to get a job and continue my career,” Freeman said. “My biggest goal is to get a contract and be a steady NBA player.”
- Vlatko Cancar will not be apperaing for the Slovenian national team at the 2025 EuroBasket tournament, reports the Eurohoops team. Despite being a consistent presence on the squad since 2016, Cancar is opting to skip the tournament to focus on the upcoming season with Olimpia Milano, including a program designed to help him be fully healthy and ready to contribute following arthroscopic surgery on his knee in January.
- Panathinaikos has decided to retain center Omer Yurtseven, writes Kevin Martorano of Sportando. Martorano cites original reporting by SDNA, which details that the Greek club had until July 30th to decide on an opt-out clause in Yurtseven’s deal. With the team reportedly nearing a deal with Thomas Bryant, Yurtseven is expected to be the third center on the roster.
- Jackson Ball has commited to the Illawarra Hawks, reports ESPN’s Olgun Uluc (via Twitter). Ball, a 17-year-old, 6’5″ wing, is considered to be New Zealand’s top draft prospect. He has committed to the University of Wisconsin in 2026/27 with an eye towards the 2027 draft.
Freeman would be a good fit for the Mavs on a two way deal. They need depth at the 4, and O-Max is likely gone because they have to free up a standard roster spot for Exum.