Braden Smith’s Pacers Move

Braden Smith, Purdue’s elite point guard and 2025 Bob Cousy Award winner, is officially headed to the Pacers after being traded from the Bulls—despite being drafted 38th. A two-time All-American and Final Four hero, Smith shattered NCAA assists records and led Purdue to two Big Ten titles and two tournaments. Standing just 5’10.5”, he’s a crafty scorer with a deadly midrange game and elite defensive IQ, proven at the combine. He’s not the starting point guard, but his hunger, smarts, and competitive fire make him a perfect fit for Indiana’s rebuild—and a perfect story of overcoming the odds. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b1ec3e19f76a84c2