Myles Turner Reveals Decision to Withhold Bucks Contract from Pacers Teammates

Myles Turner explained why he did not alert his former Indiana teammates before signing with the Milwaukee Bucks. He said legal and strategic concerns guided his decision. Turner described the process during a recent Dawg Talk Podcast appearance (h/t Filmogaz.com).

Reasons for keeping talks private

Turner said active negotiations can constitute a breach if disclosed. He added he could not “show his hand” during free agency. This was his first experience as an unrestricted free agent, he noted.

He listed teammates he did not brief, including Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, Obi Toppin, and T.J. McConnell. Turner said protecting the negotiation process was his priority. He wanted full control over the choice.

Contract and career overview

Turner signed a four-year, $108.86 million deal with the Bucks. He spent his first 10 NBA seasons with the Pacers. His Indiana tenure included 642 regular-season games and 66 playoff appearances.

He also played a central role in the Pacers’ run to the NBA Finals last season. Turner will turn 30 on Tuesday. The move to Milwaukee marked his first time changing teams in free agency.

Return to Indiana and fan reaction

Turner’s first return to Indianapolis drew boos from Pacers fans. He said the reception stung after a decade with the organization. He described being booed during a tribute video.

Turner blamed short, out-of-context clips for some of the backlash. He pointed to a brief segment from another interview that circulated online. On social media, he criticized “clip farming” for distorting his remarks.

Comments about teammates

Turner addressed comments about Haliburton in other interviews. He emphasized there is no personal “beef” between them. Turner said he competes hard on the court and wishes teammates well off it.

Team impact and outlook

Turner’s departure and Haliburton’s Achilles injury helped derail Indiana’s season. The Pacers went from Eastern Conference champions last year to a league low this season. Haliburton missed the entire campaign with a torn Achilles.

Looking ahead, the Pacers hope to rebound. Haliburton is expected to return next season. The team added center Ivica Zubac at the trade deadline and may contend for a top pick in the 2026 draft.

• Myles Turner: first unrestricted free agent experience.
• Contract: four years, $108.86 million with Bucks.
• Indiana totals: 642 regular-season games, 66 playoff games.
• Notable names: Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, Obi Toppin, T.J. McConnell, Ivica Zubac.
• Media: comments made on Dawg Talk Podcast; clip issues raised on social media.

Filmogaz.com will continue to track developments as the Pacers and Turner prepare for the next season. Myles Turner revealed he chose to withhold details of his Bucks contract from Pacers teammates to protect the negotiation process and his freedom of choice.