Indiana Pacers Receive: G Russell Westbrook, G 2027 First-Round Pick (LAL), 2029 First-Round Pick (LAL)
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: C Myles Turner, G/F Buddy Hield
With that said, sometimes the path isn’t so clear. What do you do when you don’t know what you’ve got to do?
Sometimes, NBA teams find themselves in that dilemma. A team may begin a season with the intention of rebuilding, and then end up winning games.
Suddenly, their next move is unclear.
For example, look at the Indiana Pacers. Most folks expected them to tank for Victor Wembanyama this season. At 12-8, they certainly do not appear to be on track to do so.
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What should they do? The Pacers are quite competitive in 2022-23. At the same time, they’re not likely to win an NBA championship this season.
Should they lean into their rebuild?