He comes from Division II Lincoln Memorial, reportedly committed to the Tigers on Saturday. He had a standout freshman season in 2024-25, averaging nearly 19 points and 9 rebounds per game.
Pearl praised him as a “classic late bloomer,” noting in his statement that the 6-foot-8 guard was under-recruited out of high school but thrived at Lincoln Memorial. He described him as one of the best offensive players at the Division II level and highlighted his strong work ethic, natural instincts, and size. Although he has the frame of a forward, Freeman will take on a big guard role for Auburn next season.
Freeman’s size and defensive versatility make him capable of guarding forwards while contributing in the backcourt on offense. He also showcased his shooting ability last season, knocking down over 45% of his three-point attempts.
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His addition could help fill the gap left by Chad Baker-Mazara, who unexpectedly entered the transfer portal last week. Baker-Mazara had played a key big guard role for Auburn in recent seasons.
With Auburn losing all five starters from its 2025 Final Four roster, Freeman will have a strong chance to carve out a significant role on next year’s team.
