Why The Indiana Pacers Do The Deal
By contrast, the Pacers won’t be drafting a generational prospect this summer. They’ve got the seventh overall pick in the draft.
That’s fine. This Pacers rebuild is going well. Tyrese Haliburton has proven himself to be a viable franchise player moving forward.
Should Indiana risk taking a step back? Some will suggest otherwise. At the same time, this deal may be too good for their future to pass up.
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In fact, Johnson could be a dynamic second option alongside Haliburton. Moreover, he’s substantially younger than Turner. Throw in an unprotected first-round pick, and this may be enough to convince the Pacers to pivot toward the future.
This team’s potential will be high – if not limitless.
