Buse was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 1973 and played for them for two seasons before being traded to the Indiana Pacers in 1975. He quickly became a key player for the Pacers, leading the team in steals for four consecutive seasons. He was also a reliable scorer, averaging double-digit points in four of his five seasons with the Pacers.
Buse was a key part of the Pacers' success in the late 1970s and early 1980s, helping the team reach the playoffs in four of his five seasons with the team. He was also a key contributor to the Pacers' run to the Eastern Conference Finals in 1981.
Buse was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in 1980 and played for them for two seasons before retiring in 1982. He finished his career with averages of 8.7 points, 4.2 assists, and 2.3 steals per game.
Buse was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in 2002 and is remembered as one of the best defensive players in Pacers' history. He was also a key contributor to the Pacers' success in the late 1970s and early 1980s, helping the team reach the playoffs in four of his five seasons with the team.
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