The Indiana Pacers have officially parted ways with center Tony Bradley, confirming his release in a team statement. The move was initially reported by Jake Fischer.
Bradley has been a limited part of Indiana’s rotation this season, playing in 29 games and providing depth minutes in the frontcourt.
Bradley’s role was steady but small, as he averaged just under four points and about two and a half rebounds in just over ten minutes per night.
His deal was a non-guaranteed minimum contract, leaving the Pacers with a deadline this week to decide whether to commit his salary for the 2025-2026 season. Instead, the team opted for flexibility.
According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Indiana will carry a dead cap charge of $1.36 million, instead of Bradley’s full salary of $2.94 million.
If Bradley clears waivers as expected, he could sign with any team within a few days.
There remains a chance he could return to Indiana in short order, as Tony East has noted that a 10-day contract is still an option.
His release also appears to open the door for Micah Potter to secure a guaranteed spot. Bradley, who turns 28 later this week, is also dealing with a recent injury.
He broke the tip of his right thumb more than two weeks ago, and head coach Rick Carlisle described the thumb as only partially usable, with Bradley playing while wearing a splint.
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