Pacers Draft Guide: 8 Second-Round Targets & Trade Scenarios

Alex Golden goes solo on today's episode of Setting The Pace with a complete NBA Draft Guide for Indiana Pacers fans. Even though Indiana doesn't currently own a draft pick, there's growing belief the Pacers could find their way back into the second round. Alex breaks down why that makes sense, how the front office could pull it off and which teams could be willing trade partners. On today's show: Why the Pacers should try to re-enter the second round Teams that make the most sense as potential trade partners What assets Indiana could use to acquire a pick Eight draft prospects who fit the Pacers' style of play and long-term vision Which players could contribute immediately and which are worth developing Alex also briefly reacts to the breaking three-team trade that occurred while recording the episode, with the Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Brooklyn Nets reshaping their rosters as Julius Randle heads to Brooklyn, Nic Claxton lands in Chicago, and Minnesota creates significant salary cap flexibility. A loaded draft preview covering trade strategy, prospect evaluations and everything Pacers fans need to know before draft night.