Pacers Add Peter, Release Freeman From Roster

The Indiana Pacers have signed rookie guard Taelon Peter to a two-way contract after selecting him with the 54th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft from Liberty University. Peter demonstrated efficient scoring last season, shooting 45.3% from three and 75.6% from two-point range, and averaged 9.5 points per game in the Summer League. To make room, the Pacers withdrew their qualifying offer to Enrique Freeman, the No. 50 pick from the previous year, making him an unrestricted free agent. General Manager Chad Buchanan cited Peter's off-ball play, shooting, and defensive potential as reasons for the roster move. The Pacers' two-way slots are now filled by RayJ Dennis, Quenton Jackson, and Taelon Peter. Peter's rise from Division 2 to the NBA has been noted as a testament to his resilience and adaptability.