Why The Indiana Pacers Do The Deal
Go type “Myles Turner” into your preferred search engine. We’ll wait. If you don’t see a trade rumor on the first page, get a new search engine.
It feels like the Pacers have been flirting with the idea of moving Turner for as long as he’s been on the team. This summer, they ought to rip the cord. After all, Turner likely already feels alienated by the Pacers’ attempt to replace him with Deandre Ayton.
Still, that’s not the main reason to move Turner. These Pacers ought to be rebuilding. Having moved Domantas Sabonis for the much younger Tyrese Haliburton at last year’s deadline, it’s time for the Pacers to look to the future.
Luckily, it may be bright at the center position. Isaiah Jackson looked like a versatile defensive big during his 2020-21 rookie season. Meanwhile, Jalen Smith broke out as well – he’s expected to be the team’s starting 4, but they’d do well to give him some time at the 5 as well.
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Neither of those young players should be expected to carry the Pacers to win next year, but that’s fine. By giving their younger players more leeway, the Pacers can give themselves a new expectation – a top selection in a loaded 2023 Draft.
