Pacers Draft Smith for Basketball Fit

The Pacers drafted Braden Smith not for connections or hometown ties, but for his basketball fit—scouted, valued, and ready to contribute. They see his fearless energy and playmaking instincts echoing T.J. McConnell’s spirit, plus the ability to elevate teammates like Andrew Nembhard did. With a core group they love, the Pacers are focused on smart, depth-driven additions—especially at wing and center—to build on their playoff success without overhauling the roster. 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/8efeb7e438cb6a61