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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 58 MIN

Why the No. 1 Pick Changes EVERYTHING + Drafting the Last 25 No. 1 Picks

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

Alex Golden is joined by David Cole for a deep dive into the importance of the No. 1 overall pick and why Pacers fans are hoping for lottery luck. The guys start by examining how the best odds for the No. 1 pick have historically played out, and why landing at the top of the draft can be truly franchise-altering. They also discuss: Who Indiana would select if they landed the No. 1 pick How this year’s class fits into the conversation What separates a good No. 1 pick from a great one Then, the episode takes a fun turn. Alex and David go head-to-head in a snake draft, selecting 20 players from the last 25 No. 1 overall picks to build out two full teams. A mix of history, projection and competition centered around the most valuable pick in the NBA Draft. 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 is joined by David Cole for a deep dive into the importance of the No. 1 overall pick and why Pacers fans are hoping for lottery luck. The guys start by examining how the best odds for the No. 1 pick have historically played out, and why landing at the top of the draft can be truly franchise-altering. They also discuss: Who Indiana would select if they land the No. 1 pick How this year’s class fits into the conversation What separates a good No. 1 pick from a great one Then, the episode takes a fun turn. Alex and David go head-to-head in a snake draft, selecting 20 players from the last 25 No. 1 overall picks to build out two full teams. A mix of history, projection and competition centered around the most valuable pick in the NBA Draft.

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Alex Golden is joined by David Cole for a deep dive into the importance of the No. 1 overall pick and why Pacers fans are hoping for lottery luck. The guys start by examining how the best odds for the No. 1 pick have historically played out, and why...

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