Why The Indiana Pacers Do The Deal
He absolutely could. Anunoby won’t be this team’s primary playmaker.
He probably won’t be any team’s primary playmaker, but that role is spoken for in Indiana. Tyrese Haliburton runs the offense.
With that said, Anunoby could be next in the pecking order. if he has some untapped playmaking potential, this team would give him a good opportunity to tap it.
More significantly, the Pacers could have an elite defense next season if they made this trade.
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Having Myles Turner at the 5 already helps, but adding one of the best 3-and-D wings in the NBA would certainly enhance their stopping power.
Should the Raptors send him to them?