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EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 42 MIN

The Truth About the No. 2 Overall Pick | NBA Draft History Deep Dive

from Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast · host Tyler Chin

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back with a deep dive into the history and value of the No. 2 overall pick. The guys start by examining how the second-worst record in the NBA has fared under the flattened lottery odds, and what that could mean for the Pacers. Then, they zoom out and take a broader look at the history of the No. 2 pick, discussing how often teams actually land a franchise-changing player in that spot. To wrap things up, Alex ranks the seven most recent No. 2 overall picks, evaluating where they stand today and projecting their futures to determine who truly belongs at the top of the list. A mix of history, analytics and projection to better understand what landing at No. 2 really means for Indiana. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACE and use code PACE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back with a deep dive into the history and value of the No. 2 overall pick. The guys start by examining how the second-worst record in the NBA has fared under the flattened lottery odds, and what that could mean for the Pacers. Then, they zoom out and take a broader look at the history of the No. 2 pick, discussing how often teams actually land a franchise-changing player in that spot. To wrap things up, Alex ranks the seven most recent No. 2 overall picks, evaluating where they stand today and projecting their futures to determine who truly belongs at the top of the list. A mix of history, analytics and projection to better understand what landing at No. 2 really means for Indiana.

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