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Knicks Help Keep Top NBA Free Agent on the Radar

Coming off a run with the Indiana Pacers, Thomas Bryant is still searching for his next NBA home. The New York Knicks are reportedly interested in Bryant, but they prioritized different positions, leaving the 28-year-old big man still on the open market.

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Knicks bring in former Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant for a workout

Bryant impressed the Knicks during his workout

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / September 13

Knicks nearly signed veteran big man before pursuing backcourt depth

The New York Knicks made a couple of key depth signings this week. They added former Sixth Man of the Year award winner Malcolm Brogdon, along with bringing back Landry Shamet, to give them essential depth pieces in the backcourt.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / September 13

Report: Knicks Had Interest in Pacers Big Man

The New York Knicks reportedly considered extending an olive branch to one of their most recent postseason foes. Per NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Knicks kept an eye on current free agent center Thomas Bryant, who was part of the Indiana Pacers group that took down the Knicks in last spring's Eastern Conference Finals.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 28

Lakers Should Consider Reuniting With Former Champion Big Man To Solidify Depth

The Los Angeles Lakers have had an impressive offseason. Having made some critical signings in free agency, the Purple and Gold appear to be an improved and more balanced roster heading into the 2025-26 campaign.

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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / August 11

New York Knicks Urged To Sign Former Pacers Big Man To Build Frontcourt Depth

The New York Knicks have been the talk of the offseason, and with one roster spot still open, speculation about potential signings is heating up. Reports have linked the Knicks to Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant, posing the question of whether the Rochester, N.Y.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 31

Wizards Should Sign Pacers Big Man

The Washington Wizards are faced with the task of finding depth within their front court this offseason, particularly at the big man position. As free agency is at its end, the Wizards should look to make a move soon for a big man.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 28

Former Lakers Center Nearing Deal With Surprise Team

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Thomas Bryant may be on the verge of finding a new home, and it appears that it won't be in the NBA. More news: NBA Insider Predicts LeBron James Will Leave Lakers, Finish Career Elsewhere According to Telesport, Panathinaikos B.C.

Indiana Pacers News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Ex-Lakers Big Man Ready to Cut NBA Ties With New Contract

It was the Lakers who, eight years ago, gave center Thomas Bryant his first crack at the NBA, putting him into the lineup after acquiring him in a draft trade with the Jazz.

Indiana Pacers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27

Pacers Finals piece set to leave NBA for Europe

One veteran player is about to go from the NBA Finals to playing overseas. Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant is in advanced negotiations with Greek professional basketball team Panathinaikos, European outlet Telesport reported on Sunday.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Wire / July 27

Thomas Bryant Close To Deal With Greek Club Panathinaikos

NBA free agent center Thomas Bryant is nearing a deal with Greek powerhouse Panathinaikos, according to Kevin Martorano of Sportando. Bryant, 27, was traded from the Heat to the Pacers midway through the season following injuries to Indiana big men Isaiah Jackson and James Wiseman.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 15

Cavaliers Urged To Target Malcolm Brogdon, Doug McDermott, Thomas Bryant

One NBA analyst has urged the Cleveland Cavaliers to target Malcolm Brogdon, Doug McDermott and Thomas Bryant. Andy Quach of SI thinks the Cavaliers should target Brogdon, McDermott and Bryant on veteran minimum deals.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / June 23

This Wizards NBA Finals Record Finally Ends

The Oklahoma City Thunder gave the Washington Wizards a small victory after they won the NBA Finals. The Wizards have had a former player go on to win a championship every season dating back to 2017.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 5

Ex-Heat Player Has Chance Of Lifetime With Indiana Pacers In NBA Finals

When a role player gets their opportunity in the playoffs, it's up to them to make the most of it. This year's NBA Finals features a former Miami Heat center in which the team ultimately viewed as disposable.

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Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / June 2

After rash of injuries, Pacers' pivot helped them make NBA Finals

After rash of big-man injuries, Pacers' pivot helped them make NBA Finals

When two of their backup centers suffered Achilles tendon tears in the first nine days of the season, the Indiana Pacers were left with some very thin front court depth. The way they pivoted helped them reach the NBA Finals.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 1

Knicks-Pacers takeaways: Indiana punches ticket to NBA Finals with dominant win

The Pacers punched their ticket to the Finals on Saturday night with a convincing 125-108 win over the New York Knicks.

Pacers' Pascal Siakam named conference finals MVP

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NBA News / Yardbarker / May 13

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / December 17

Pacers News: Thomas Bryant Already Loves Being With Indiana After Just One Game

The Indiana Pacers recently acquired center Thomas Bryant from the Miami Heat in exchange for two second-round pick swaps in the 2031 NBA Draft. Prior to the trade Bryant, in his eighth season, competed in 10 games for the Heat, averaging 4.1 points and 3.2 rebounds per game.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 15

Pacers acquire C Thomas Bryant from Heat

The Indiana Pacers acquired center Thomas Bryant from the Miami Heat on Sunday. The teams agreed to swap second-round picks in the 2031 NBA Draft, with the Heat keeping the more favorable of the selections.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 14

Pacers Acquiring Heat’s Thomas Bryant Fills Need, Makes Good Court Sense

The Pacers are making a move to address their thin center rotation, acquiring former Indiana University star Thomas Bryant from the Heat for a second-round pick swap, sources confirmed to Dustin Dopirak of the Indy Star.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 13

Pacers Acquiring Thomas Bryant In Trade With Heat

The Miami Heat have agreed to trade center Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for a future second-round pick, sources confirmed to ESPN. The trade, which is set to be finalized on Sunday, comes as the Pacers look to bolster their frontcourt following significant injuries to their big men.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 13