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Pacers' Ivica Zubac Trade Looks Even Better After Lakers Acquire Walker Kessler

On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a lucrative four-year, $130M deal with Utah Jazz big man Walker Kessler. Los Angeles and Utah have agreed to complete a sign-and-trade that will send Kessler to the Lakers for two unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, and two first-round pick swaps in 2028 and 2030.

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Victor Oladipo pitches himself to teams amid free agency

Victor Oladipo has had an unorthodox career, marked by ups and downs. He was a standout at Indiana before being drafted second overall in a 2013 NBA Draft class that is considered one of the worst in recent memory.

Kelly Oubre News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Kelly Oubre Jr. lands $17 million contract with Pacers

The Indiana Pacers have had a relatively quiet offseason thus far, mostly looking content to run things back with a healthy team in 2026-27 after getting some brutal NBA lottery luck in the spring, which sent their first-round pick to the Los Angeles Clippers.

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NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 1

What We Learned from Day 1 of Free Agency: Pacers Linked to Oubre Jr., LeBron Becomes a Free Agent

Day one of free agency is officially in the books, and there was a good amount of movement. But before we dive into that, let’s look at the latest Pacers news. According to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of the Stein Line, the Indiana Pacers have interest in Kelly Oubre Jr., Gary Trent Jr., and Josh Okogie.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 1

Does Kelly Oubre Jr. make sense for the Pacers?

Free agency has officially begun in the NBA, and the Indiana Pacers are hoping to add to their second unit. One name they've been linked to in recent days is Kelly Oubre Jr.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Bulls waive player acquired in Pacers draft trade right before free agency

During the week of the NBA Draft, the Chicago Bulls surprised many by trading away No.38 pick Braden Smith for Indiana Pacers guard Kam Jones. A week later, the Bulls officially decided to waive Jones right before free agency, per Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype.

Ethan Thompson News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / June 30

Ethan Thompson Won't Be With Pacers Summer League Team; Roster Announced

The Indiana Pacers announced their Summer League roster on Tuesday afternoon, but one notable name was left off the roster: two-way wing/guard, Ethan Thompson.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / June 30

Pacers Linked to Three Free Agents Ahead of Free Agency

Free agency officially kicks off tonight at 6:00 PM EST and the Indiana Pacers are looking to find ways to get better. Chad Buchanan recently told reporters

Micah Potter News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / June 29

Why it made sense for Pacers bring Micah Potter back

Micah Potter was one of the bright spots in a lost season for the Pacers this past year. And now, the contract for the backup big has been exercised by the team.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Micah Potter News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Pacers To Exercise Option On Micah Potter’s Deal

The Pacers plan to exercise their $2,801,346 option on Micah Potter‘s contract, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype tweets. They have also extended a two-way qualifying offer to Jalen Slawson.

Tyrese Haliburton News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29

Tyrese Haliburton gives a 3-word response to the Knicks winning the NBA title

Tyrese Haliburton is taking a break from playing the heel. The Indiana Pacers star Haliburton spoke with reporters at his basketball camp over the weekend.

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / June 28

What the Indiana Pacers Draft Tells Us About Their Free Agency Plans

Entering the draft with zero picks, the Indiana Pacers found a way to get back into the top half of the second round. Indiana traded away Kam Jones, and two second-round pick swaps in 2028 and 2030, to acquire the rights to Purdue point guard, Braden Smith, the No.

Tyrese Haliburton News / EssentiallySports / June 28

Tyrese Haliburton Has a 3-Word Response to Knicks’ Championship Win While Providing Health Update

When The Hollywood Reporter asked Tyrese Haliburton what it was like to watch the New York Knicks win the 2026 NBA championship, the man whose team broke the hearts of the Knicks in the 2025 NBA playoffs didn’t hesitate.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 28

NBA Notes: Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Grizzlies

Tyrese Haliburton believes he’ll be ready when next season tips off. Speaking at his Simple Truth Basketball ProCamp, the Pacers star told reporters he’s finally feeling like himself again after spending the past year working his way back from the torn Achilles tendon he suffered in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals.

Tyrese Haliburton News / Hoops Rumors / June 27

Tyrese Haliburton Feels Like “Healthy NBA Player”

Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton, who has been out of action since suffering a torn Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, is confident that he’ll be ready for the start of next season, relays Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files (Twitter video link).

Tyrese Haliburton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27

Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton shares ‘exciting’ update amid injury recovery

Tyrese Haliburton’s recovery continues to trend in the right direction, with the Indiana Pacers star providing an encouraging update after a challenging year marked by both a torn Achilles and a battle with shingles.

Indiana Pacers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27

Pacers 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick

The Indiana Pacers walked into the 2026 NBA Draft at Barclays Center trying to salvage something from one of the most dramatic collapses in recent NBA history.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / June 26

An Assessment of Braden Smith, the Pacers' New Point Guard

If the Indiana Pacers were going to trade up into the 2026 NBA Draft despite starting the night with no picks, it makes sense why they might target a guy voted All-Hoosier 1st team as a Sophomore at Westfield High School who also happened to be voted Indiana Mr.