Enrique Gabriel Freeman is an American professional basketball player known for his remarkable journey from a walk-on at the University of Akron to playing in the NBA.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Enrique Gabriel Freeman
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: July 29, 2000
- Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
- Height: 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm)
- Weight: 206 pounds (93 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 8 inches
- Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Forward
- Jersey Number: 8
- High School: St. Martin de Porres High School (Cleveland, Ohio)
- College: University of Akron (2019–2024)
- NBA Draft: Selected 50th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers
- Professional Teams:
- Indiana Pacers (2024–present)
- Indiana Mad Ants (2024–present, via two-way contract)
- Championship Rings: None to date
College Achievements:
- Led the NCAA in rebounds per game (12.9) during the 2023–24 season
- Recorded 31 double-doubles in the 2023–24 season, tying the NCAA single-season record
- Named Mid-American Conference (MAC) Player of the Year in 2024
- Earned Associated Press All-America Honorable Mention honors in 2024
- Finished his collegiate career with 1,843 points, 1,405 rebounds, and 188 blocks
Professional Career:
- Signed a two-way contract with the Indiana Pacers on August 8, 2024
- Made his NBA debut on October 23, 2024, contributing 2 points in a win against the Detroit Pistons
Personal Life:
- Children: None
- Siblings: Information not publicly available
Freeman’s journey from an unrecruited high school player to an NBA athlete underscores his dedication and development throughout his basketball career.