The Pacers exercised their $2.94 million team option in Bradley's contract Sunday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley will return to Indiana for a second season after signing two 10-day pacts followed by a one-year deal with the club in March 2025. The 27-year-old center appeared in 14 regular-season games for the Pacers last season, averaging 4.4 points and 3.0 rebounds across 8.1 minutes per contest.

Bradley ended with two points (2-2 FT) and one rebound across five minutes during Sunday's 103-91 loss to the Thunder in Game 7 of the NBA Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley didn't attempt a shot in his five minutes of action Sunday but sank two free throws to avoid a scoreless performance. The center served as a deep reserve throughout both the playoffs and regular season. Across 14 regular-season appearances, he averaged 4.4 points and 3.0 rebounds in 8.1 minutes per game.

Bradley (hip) is available for Thursday's Game 1 against the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley was listed as questionable leading up to Thursday's tipoff, and he'll ultimately be able to go. He played sparingly in his team's last series against the Knicks, averaging 2.0 points and 2.0 rebounds in 9.5 minutes (four games).

Bradley (hip) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley is in danger of missing Game 1 of the NBA Finals due to a strained hip flexor. However, even if he's ultimately cleared to play Thursday, there's a chance he doesn't see the floor, which was the case for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Bradley (hip) is available for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Knicks on Saturday, Dan Devine of Yahoo Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley was initially listed as questionable to play Saturday due to a left hip flexor strain, but the big man will be available for this contest. That said, his playing time will be a game-time call, according to head coach Rick Carlisle. Bradley has barely played in the playoffs, and Thomas Bryant is expected to see most of the minutes as the center backup behind Myles Turner.

Bradley (hip) is listed as questionable for Saturday's Game 6 against the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley suffered his hip injury in Game 5 and could be forced to sit out Saturday. If Bradley is unable to suit up for Game 6, Thomas Bryant could receive the backup center minutes behind Myles Turner.

Bradley (hip) didn't return to Thursday's 111-94 loss to the Knicks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley exited the game in the third quarter and was deemed questionable to return due to a strained left hip. However, he didn't see the floor after leaving for the locker room and finished with two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds across five minutes. The 27-year-old center's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Saturday's Game 6 in Indiana. If Bradley is unable to play Saturday, Thomas Bryant could see a slight bump in playing time.

Bradley exited to the locker room and is questionable to return after sustaining a strained left hip in the third quarter of Thursday's Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Knicks, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley collided with an opposing player and limped to the locker room while holding his hip. If the 27-year-old center is unable to return, Thomas Bryant will likely receive a slight bump in minutes the rest of the way.

Bradley logged two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one block across 15 minutes during Sunday's 106-100 loss to the Knicks in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley soaked up all of the backup center minutes, with Thomas Bryant failing to leave the bench. It was a curious decision given Bryant has typically played as the primary backup behind Myles Turner, providing the Pacers with some useful contributions. Neither player has managed to rise above the other, meaning the rotation could be fluid moving forward.

Bradley logged 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-4 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist and five blocks in 27 minutes during Sunday's 126-118 double-overtime win over the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Bradley swatted a career-high five shots and recorded his sixth double-double of his career. The Pacers rested several key players in the season finale, and the regular rotation players who did suit up saw limited play. Despite this big performance, Bradley is not likely to be very involved in Indiana's postseason rotation.