Pacers Rebuild With Second-Round Hopes

The Pacers took a draft-day hit by trading their No. 5 pick, but they’re turning it into a strategic play—eyeing an early second-round pick to snag a hidden gem. Prospects like Braden Smith and Zuby Ejiofor could be the steals they need, with Smith’s elite passing and Ejiofor’s defensive grit making them prime targets. With talks swirling with teams like the Knicks, Grizzlies, and Nets, the front office is betting big on value over vanity—could this be the move that turns their season around? 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/c3d25ce93f859463