Atlanta Hawks: Trae Young Uncertain Future Draws Strong Take From 1 Analyst 11 May 25, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) shoots a three-point basket over New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) during the fourth quarter of game three of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

'I’ve Always Been Proud to Call Myself a Hoosier' – Former Indiana Pacers Star Sends Heartfelt Goodbye to Fans After Surprising Departure

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Jordan Samar | Last updated Jul 11, 2025 10:42 AM ET

Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner recently took to social media to say goodbye to the Indiana Pacers and the fans after spending their first 10 years of his NBA career there.

“It’s hard to put into words what the past 10 seasons and past 10 years of my life has meant to me. . .From a teenager out of Bedford Texas to the MAN and player I am today, Indy has been home through it all,” Turner posted on Instagram. “You watched me grow up – on and off the court. Just like you I put my hard hat on clocked in & clocked out every single day. . .”

“‘Thank you Indy’ from the bottom of my heart. I mean it when I say the 317 will always be home,” he continued. “And I’ve always been proud to call myself a Hoosier! I hope you continue to embrace me as much as I’ve always embraced you! See you soon.”

Indiana Pacers Vs New York Knicks Odds, Picks, Moneyline NBA 2024-2025 Season 10/25/2024 6 May 19, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) handles the ball against New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) during the third quarter of game seven of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

In the full letter, Turner also thanked his teammates, coaches, and the staff he got to know in the past few years. The former 11th overall pick was instrumental in the Indiana Pacers’ first NBA Finals run since 2000, having averaged 13.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 2.0 blocks on 48.8 percent shooting from the field during the playoffs.

Indiana Pacers News: Andrew Nembhard gets 100% honest on Myles Turner’s departure

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard, just like most of us, was surprised when Myles Turner left the team to join the Milwaukee Bucks in free agency. After he had been shocked, Nembhard said he wishes nothing but the best for his former teammate.

Jun 22, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) reaches for the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half of game seven of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

“It was a little shocking when it first happened. Obviously, I loved my time with Myles, and it was great being his teammate…I’m excited to see his success over there,” Nembhard said via The Athletic’s James Boyd.

To try to offset Turner’s transfer, the Indiana Pacers acquired Jay Huff from the Memphis Grizzlies and re-signed James Wiseman on a new two-year contract this summer.