Enrique Freeman Injury News & Updates
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Joins Minnesota on two-way deal
Freeman agreed to a two-way contract with the Timberwolves on Friday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.
ANALYSIS
A second-round pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Freeman was limited to 22 regular-season appearances with the Pacers in 2024-25. He made a strong impression in the Summer League, however, averaging 16.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks.
Jul 24, 2025
Has qualifying offer revoked
The Pacers rescinded Freeman's two-way qualifying offer Wednesday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Freeman will become an unrestricted free agent after Wednesday's move. The soon-to-be 25-year-old appeared in 22 regular-season NBA games as a rookie, averaging 2.1 points and 1.4 rebounds over 8.2 minutes per game. The 50th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Freeman could be picked up by a team willing to take a flyer on a young forward.
Jul 18, 2025
Strong end to Summer League
Freeman tallied 14 points (7-8 FG, 0-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two blocks, one assist and one steal across 28 minutes in Friday's 113-104 Summer League win over the Pelicans.
ANALYSIS
Freeman closed out an impressive Summer League showing with another double-double on highly efficient shooting. While the big man is expected to spend significant time in the G League during the 2025-26 season, his strong summer performance -- combined with Myles Turner's departure and Isaiah Jackson's (Achilles) injury status -- could open the door for NBA minutes.
Jul 17, 2025
Scores 18 points in double-double
Freeman registered 18 points (7-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one block in 29 minutes during Thursday's 91-88 Summer League win over the Knicks.
ANALYSIS
It was an efficient shooting performance by Freeman, who also turned in a double-double to help lead the Pacers to victory. The two-player is in position to spend the majority of his time in 2025-26 in the G League, although it's worth noting that Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) may not be ready for the start of the new year to help fill the void left behind by Myles Turner at center.
Jul 14, 2025
Posts another SL double-double
Freeman tallied 17 points (6-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 27 minutes in Monday's 114-105 Summer League loss to the Bulls.
ANALYSIS
Freeman notched his second straight double-double Monday, this time finishing with 17 points. He appeared in 22 regular-season games (one start) for the Pacers in 2024-25, averaging 2.1 points and 1.4 rebounds across 8.2 minutes per game.
Jul 12, 2025
Double-doubles in loss
Freeman racked up 15 points (4-5 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds, one steal and two blocks across 23 minutes during Saturday's Summer League 104-85 loss to the Thunder.
ANALYSIS
Freeman missed only one field-goal attempt on his way to recording a double-double Saturday. The Akron product had an impressive bounce-back performance after finishing with only four points and three rebounds in Friday's game against the Magic.
Apr 11, 2025
Back in rotation Friday
Freeman finished with four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three rebounds across 11 minutes during Friday's 129-115 loss to Orlando.
ANALYSIS
Freeman suited up for the first time in the past 32 games, albeit for a brief appearance. With the Pacers' playoff future now set, there is a chance Freeman could remain in the rotation for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers. Beyond that, he will likely spend the majority of his time spectating from the bench.
Feb 4, 2025
Available Tuesday
Freeman (illness) is available for Tuesday's game against Portland.
ANALYSIS
The two-way player has overcome an illness and will be available off Indiana's bench Tuesday. However, Freeman hasn't appeared for the Pacers since the Jan. 8 win over Chicago, so it's not a guarantee he'll see the court against the Trail Blazers.
Feb 1, 2025
Won't play Saturday
Freeman (illness) is out for Saturday's game versus the Hawks.
ANALYSIS
Freeman has been downgraded from questionable to out Saturday due to an illness. However, the rookie forward's absence won't impact Indiana's rotation. Freeman's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Utah.
Jan 31, 2025
Under the weather
Freeman (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
ANALYSIS
Freeman is currently battling through an illness, which has put his availability for Saturday's game in jeopardy. The rookie second-round pick last saw NBA regular-season action Jan. 8 against the Bulls.
Dec 4, 2024
Used sparingly in loss
Freeman accumulated one rebound and one block over three minutes during Tuesday's 122-111 loss to the Raptors.
ANALYSIS
Freeman barely saw the floor again Tuesday, having played more than 10 minutes only twice thus far. Despite dealing with a number of injuries, the Pacers have seen no reason to extend Freeman beyond a depth role. He has scored a total of just 20 points across 13 games, recording a season-high six points against the Rockets.
Nov 20, 2024
Back to bench Wednesday
Freeman is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rockets.
ANALYSIS
Far from surprising here, but Freeman will return to his regular bench with the return of Myles Turner to the starting lineup. Freeman is averaging 9.9 minutes per game in seven outings (one start) this season, so he's not expected to see heavy minutes off the bench with both Turner and Pascal Siakam managing most of the frontcourt minutes.
Nov 18, 2024
First career start Monday
Freeman is in the Pacers' starting lineup for Monday's game against the Raptors, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
ANALYSIS
With Myles Turner (calf) sidelined and backup big men James Wiseman (Achilles) and Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) done for the year, Freeman will make his first career start Monday. Freeman, the Pacers' second-round selection in the 2024 NBA Draft, has seen sparse playing time this season, but he has a chance to earn a bigger spot in the rotation with a solid outing Monday.
Oct 14, 2024
Fouls out Monday
Freeman fouled out of Monday's preseason matchup against the Grizzlies with 3:59 remaining in the fourth quarter, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports. Freeman produced six points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal across 24 minutes.
ANALYSIS
Freeman was efficient while racking up seven rebounds, tying Myles Turner for the team high. Freeman injured his knee during Thursday's preseason win over the Cavaliers, though he was able to accumulate 24 minutes on Monday, so the injury is likely already past him. The 24-year-old's next chance to suit up will come in the Pacers' final preseason game on Thursday versus the Hornets.
Oct 10, 2024
Helped to locker room
Freeman needed assistance walking to the locker room during Thursday's preseason game against the Cavaliers after suffering an apparent right knee injury, Tony reports.
ANALYSIS
Freeman wasn't able to bend his knee much on his way off the floor, per East. He's likely headed to the locker room for further evaluation to determine the severity of the injury.
Aug 8, 2024
Signs two-way deal
Freeman and the Pacers agreed on a two-way contract Thursday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Freeman, who spent five years at Akron, was the 50th overall pick in the 2024 Draft. It's not too surprising that he was signed to a two-way contract. He'll spend the majority of the season in the G League getting developmental minutes.
Jun 27, 2024
Drafted by Indiana
The Pacers selected Freeman with the No. 50 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
ANALYSIS
Freeman spent five years at Akron before declaring for the NBA Draft. In 2023-24, he averaged 18.6 points, 12.9 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.6 assists in 35 games. While Freeman has shown impressive rebounding abilities for a 6-foot-7 forward, there is no obvious path for playing time right out of the gate.
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