Standing at 6-foot-8, Elyjah Freeman showcased his versatility as a guard/forward during the past season at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee. He averaged 18.9 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game. Freeman was highly efficient, shooting 45.6% from three-point range and 58.7% from the field—ranking 25th in the nation in field goal percentage.
His standout performances earned him South Atlantic Conference Player of the Week and NABC Division II National Player of the Week honors, highlighted by a career-best 36 points against Carson-Newman on January 8 and a 35-point outing versus Coker on January 11. Freeman wrapped up an impressive freshman season as the 2025 SAC Freshman of the Year and tied for 18th in the country (first in the SAC) with 12 double-doubles.
“Elyjah Freeman is the definition of a late bloomer,” said Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl. “He was under the radar in high school, but he made the most of his opportunity at Lincoln Memorial. As a freshman, he emerged as one of the top offensive talents in Division II. Elyjah’s work ethic, determination, and natural instincts set him apart. He has the frame of a forward but will slot into a big guard role for us at Auburn. He’s got an incredible support system at home and was one of the top young players we saw in the portal this year.”
Originally from Palm Beach, Florida, Freeman made a name for himself at Wellington High School, where he was a McDonald’s All-American nominee.
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