Why This Trade Makes Sense For The Pacers
Indiana could not be more excited to get the 2020-21 season started with new head coach Nate Bjorkgren. There is a good chance that they will start the season with their current roster, but a trade before the trade deadline is certainly not out of the question.
Malcolm Brogdon is going to be a huge part of what the Pacers do. But, if they start the season slow, Kevin Pritchard could opt to shake some things up. Trading Brogdon and a first-round pick for Kyle Kuzma and Dennis Schroder could be a very intriguing move.
Schroder had a breakout season last year with the Thunder, averaging 18.9 points per game to go along with 4.0 assists and 3.6 rebounds. He shot 46.9 percent from the floor and knocked down 38.5 percent of his three-point attempts. While he is more of a scoring guard, Schroder can create for teammates as well.
As for Kuzma, the Pacers would be getting a young stretch forward. He needs to improve his shooting consistency, but there is no doubt about his potential.
Should the Pacers choose to make this trade, they would be getting a young piece in Kuzma and a starting point guard in Schroder. Giving up Brogdon may not end up being something Indiana does, but this trade is intriguing.
