Overview
- Turner said Pacers ownership made it clear how they valued him and characterized the franchise as having “gave up” after a Finals run.
- Talks with Indiana stalled when the team reportedly would not move past $22 million annually on a three-year offer.
- The Bucks created room by waiving Damian Lillard and stretching the $113 million left on his contract, then signed Turner for four years at $107 million with a final-season player option.
- Pacers president Kevin Pritchard was described as surprised by Turner’s decision and said he first saw news of the agreement on social media.
- Turner expects a mix of cheers and boos in his return, enters with 9.8 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game through six outings, and Milwaukee has started 4-2.