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Feb 18, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Brigham Young Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) dribbles the ball while Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) attempts to block him during the first half of the game at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Looking at who the draft experts saying are the best prospects in the draft lottery range, and where that will leave the Indiana Pacers

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Looking at who the draft experts saying are the best prospects in the draft lottery range, and where that will leave the Indiana Pacers

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Mar 29, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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A wild idea on the Bill Simmons Podcast suggested that LeBron play for the Pacers at some point.

Feb 10, 2026; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Caleb Wilson (8) looks on against the Miami Hurricanes during the first half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Caleb Wilson, the 6-foot-9 forward from North Carolina, continues to draw comparisons to the Pacers’ All-NBA forward Pascal Siakam, but could they play together?

Feb 7, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Caleb Wilson (8) with the ball as Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) defends in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Looking at the Top 5 prospects for the Pacers big board before March Madness

Jan 31, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) reacts after scoring during the first half against the BYU Cougars at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Recent comments on the Bill Simmons Podcast suggest that Kansas star Darryn Peterson might not want to play in Indiana for the Pacers.

Feb 7, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) dunks the ball Utah Utes forward Seydou Traore (0) during the second half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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The Indiana Pacers have a high probability of landing the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but injuries are changing the options.

May 21, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts with forward Aaron Nesmith (23) during the second half for game one of the eastern conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

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With expansion expected to come in the NBA, eight players from each team must be protected from being drafted. Here are the eight the Pacers should prioritize.

Apr 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) watches the play against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

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Clippers' President of Basketball Operations was hoping Pacers wouldn't make godfather offer for Zubac.

Nov 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) against the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Indiana's "risky" move to acquire Ivica Zubac, might no have been so risky after all.

Dec 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) and Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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With the Pacers facing the bottom of the barrel this season, loading up on 2026 draft ammo and proven winners could be wise

Feb 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Indiana Pacers relentless pursuit for a starting center continues with calls being made to the Clippers for Ivica Zubac

Feb 2, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin (00) dribbles the ball while Houston Rockets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (2) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Landing a long-term starting center is the top goal for the Indiana Pacers before the NBA Trade Deadline, but making no move would be costly.

Dec 15, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III (25) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin (00) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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The Indiana Pacers could take a page out of the Utah Jazz' book and be buyers at the trade deadline despite no hope of playoffs.

Dec 21, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward-center Santi Aldama (7) handles the ball as Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) defends during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Indiana could sure up their front court by taking advantage of a rebuilding team

Oct 11, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Isaiah Jackson (22) shoots the ball while Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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The 2025 NBA Finals opponents could work together for significant trade that helps both sides.

Nov 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) celebrates with Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner (3) during the third quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Could the Pacers trade back for Myles Turner, or has that ship sailed?

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac and guard Kris Dunn.

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The Indiana Pacers have options going into the trade deadline.

Jun 13, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half during game four of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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An aggressive approach by the Pacers at the trade deadline would signal retooling their current roster for the 2026-2027 season.

Jan 23, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks on during the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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It seems unrealistic under the circumstances, but Indiana was not long ago where Giannis Antekounmpo wants to be, so maybe it's not crazy to think the Pacers make a pitch.

Feb 8, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (7) reacts with forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The center nobody is talking about in trade rumors might just be the perfect fit for the Indiana Pacers.

Jan 16, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) in the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Despite losing multiple key players, the Indiana Pacers were still expected to be better than this

Dec 29, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) shoots the ball between Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (30) and Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

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Providing the final update to the injury report for Monday night's game between the Indiana Pacers and the Boston Celtics, featuring: injury report, betting odds, projected starters, game notes/information, a quote and more.

Nov 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard RayJ Dennis (10) and guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) react to a basket in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Indiana has waived a young guard to add space for a former Orlando swingman.

Oct 17, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) and guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) cheer in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Pacers guard T.J. McConnell is making progress after missing the first 10 games of the season with a hamstring strain.

Jun 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA: Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter during game six of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Indiana All-Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton contemplated a departure from the Pacers midway through the 2024-25 season.