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Here\u2019s the scoop on Myles Turner\u2019s unexpected departure:<\/p>\n

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Myles Turner, after an entire decade with the Indiana Pacers, has officially signed with the Milwaukee Bucks on a **four\u2011year, \\$107\u202fmillion deal**, featuring a player option for 2028\u201329 and a 15\u202f% trade kicker ([apnews.com][1]). To clear the necessary cap space, the Bucks are waiving Damian Lillard \u2014 who is rehabbing from a torn Achilles \u2014 and stretching the remaining \\$113\u202fmillion of his contract over five years ([reuters.com][2]).<\/p>\n

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Turner, the Pacers\u2019 all\u2011time leader in blocked shots and a crucial member of their Finals run, previously averaged **15.6 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2 blocks per game** in the regular season ([reuters.com][2]). His departure marks the end of a franchise era; many view this setback as a turning point for Indiana ([sportskeeda.com][3]).<\/p>\n

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The move has stirred controversy in Milwaukee, too \u2014 star Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly isn\u2019t thrilled that Lillard was cut to make room for Turner ([reuters.com][2]). Meanwhile, the Pacers are lamenting the loss of their longest-tenured player, a cornerstone of their taking-off identity ([talksport.com][4]).<\/p>\n

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In short: Turner\u2019s exit is official and dramatic \u2014 a \\$107\u202fmil signing for the Bucks, a major shift for Indiana, and unexpected internal tensions brewing in Milwaukee.<\/p>\n

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* [reuters.com](https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/sports\/report-giannis-down-bucks-dumping-damian-lillard-signing-myles-turner-2025-07-01\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)<\/p>\n

* [talksport.com](https:\/\/talksport.com\/basketball\/3339951\/damian-lillard-milwaukee-bucks-giannis-antetokounmpo-myles-turner-pacers\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)<\/p>\n

* [apnews.com](https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/978b8bd4076ca59d7bb8c3dddd25003e?utm_source=chatgpt.com)<\/p>\n

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[1]: https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/978b8bd4076ca59d7bb8c3dddd25003e?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Myles Turner will join Bucks, who waive Damian Lillard, AP source says, in a free agency surprise”<\/p>\n

[2]: https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/sports\/report-giannis-down-bucks-dumping-damian-lillard-signing-myles-turner-2025-07-01\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Report: Giannis down on Bucks dumping Damian Lillard, signing Myles Turner”<\/p>\n

[3]: https:\/\/www.sportskeeda.com\/basketball\/news-pacers-window-officially-closed-nba-fans-react-myles-turner-leaving-indiana-join-giannis-antetokounmpo-s-bucks?utm_source=chatgpt.com “\\”Pacers window officially closed\\” – NBA fans react to Myles Turner leaving Indiana to join Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks”<\/p>\n

[4]: https:\/\/talksport.com\/basketball\/3339951\/damian-lillard-milwaukee-bucks-giannis-antetokounmpo-myles-turner-pacers\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “‘Absolutely disgusted’ – Milwaukee Bucks make stunning move on rival star while leaving Giannis Antetokounmpo upset”<\/p>\n

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