Oshae Brissett signs multi-year deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv
The forward had his best years in Indy from 2021-23 after being selected by the Fort Wayne Mad Ants in Round 2 of the G League draft. A lot has changed since then.
Former Pacer Oshae Brissett knows where he’s playing next.
The forward is headed to Israel to play for Maccabi Tel Aviv. It is a two-year deal.
“I'm joining the most decorated club on the planet, in order to win some more trophies,” Brissett said in the release. “I'm grateful for the opportunity and can't wait to meet the fans. Let's Go Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv!”
Brissett, 27 spent the majority of his NBA career with Indiana (2021-23). That's where he appeared in 153 of his 233 NBA games played. It's also where he made 43 of his 46 starts.
He went undrafted in 2019 out of Syracuse, then joined the Toronto Raptors coming off their championship season. The Pacers later acquired him the following year in the second round of the G League Draft.
And he excelled.
After more than two seasons in Indy, Brissett elected to sign with Boston and was part of their 2024 championship team.
“We are very pleased that Oshae joins us,” said head coach Oded Kattash. “He is a tough player who brings energy and contributes on both sides of the court. He has great experience and knows what it takes to win. We are looking forward to him fitting in quickly and helping us reach our goals.”
Brissett had a brief stint with the Philadelphia 76ers during the 2024-25 season, appearing in six games, but that’s it.
Pacers fans will always have this special moment, keyed by fan favorite Lance Stephenson:
From 2021:
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