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2022 Indiana Pacers Regular Season Overview

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Standing (Conference)Conference Rank	11th Eastern Conference
WinsWins	35
LossesLosses	47
PPGPoints Per Game	116.3
PPG AllowedPoints Per Game Allowed	119.5
RPGRebounds Per Game	41.5
APGAssists Per Game	27
Head CoachHead Coach	Rick Carlisle

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Isaiah Jackson

IND Power Forward #22

Isaiah Jackson dominated the Wizards with 21 points (10-for-12 FGs), 14 rebounds, one assist, one steal, three blocks and eight fouls in a 91-83 win on Saturday.

Jackson has been stuck behind Myles Turner during his first two NBA seasons, but he has been able to flash his upside at times, including Saturday’s performance. Unfortunately, Turner is still around, so Jackson will remain in a bench role. However, if I-Jax can see 20 minutes per game, he may be able to swat enough shots to be of value in deeper leagues.
Jarace Walker

IND Power Forward #1

Jarace Walker made his Summer League debut against Washington and Saturday and finished with eight points (3-for-13 FGs), 13 rebounds, five assists, three steals, three blocks and one 3-pointer.

Walker didn’t have a great shooting night, but he did just about everything else in his debut for the Pacers. He should be their starting power forward this season, so it’s encouraging to see him already making contributions on both ends of the floor. He has plenty of upside, but because of his situation, he may be one of the most effective rookies this upcoming season, which makes him valuable in fantasy hoops.
Obi Toppin

IND Power Forward #1

Obi Toppin has been traded to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for two second-round picks.

There had been reports that Toppin was frustrated in New York, and now he’ll get a fresh start with the Pacers. He wasn’t able to find much of a role with the Knicks, but that shouldn’t be an issue in Indiana since Jarace Walker is the only other power forward on the roster. This is an excellent low-risk, high-reward move for the Pacers, and it certainly helps Toppin’s chances of being relevant in fantasy basketball. In exchange for Toppin, the Knicks will receive second-round picks in 2028 (least favorable of Indiana and Phoenix’s pick) and 2029 (least favorable of Indiana and Washington’s pick).
Tyrese Haliburton

IND Point Guard #0

Tyrese Haliburton has signed a five-year, $260 million extension with Indiana, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

After making his first All-Star appearance during his breakout season, Haliburton earns a massive pay day on the first day of free agency. He averaged 20.7 points, 10.4 assists and 1.6 steals per game in his first full season with the Pacers. Not only will he be a fantasy stud for the next five years, but he’ll also be a rich man as the face of the franchise in Indiana.
Bruce Brown

IND Small Forward #11

According to ESPN, the Pacers have signed Bruce Brown to a two-year deal worth $45 million.

Brown was one of the top free agents on the market, and the expectation was that the Nuggets were going to have a hard time holding onto him. And that’s exactly what happened, with the Pacers putting up $45 million to sign him. While the dollar amount will raise some eyebrows, the deal gives Indiana a nice “chip” to work with in 2024-25 should things not work out, as the second year has a team option. Brown was at his best as a fantasy asset when the Nuggets were without Jamal Murray or Michael Porter Jr. He should be a starter with the Pacers, which will boost his fantasy value considerably.
Isaiah Wong

IND Point Guard

The Pacers selected Isaiah Wong with the 55th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

The 6-foot-4 Wong earned ACC Player of the Year honors this season as he helped lead the Hurricanes to their first Final Four appearance. As a senior, he averaged just over 16 points per game, shooting 48.2% from the field and 84.5% from the foul line. Wong is a capable scorer on all three levels and defensively displayed the ability to jump passing lanes. The turnovers did increase slightly this season, but so did Wong’s assists, so his efficiency as a playmaker should not be a concern. The Pacers aren’t lacking young perimeter players, which could make it difficult for Wong to achieve fantasy relevance as a rookie.
Ben Sheppard

IND Point Guard #26

The Pacers selected Ben Sheppard with pick No. 26 of the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday.

Sheppard will turn 22 next month, so he is one of the older prospects in this draft. After spending four years at Belmont, Sheppard had plenty of time to develop before entering the draft. He didn’t play much as a freshman, but he turned into an intriguing prospect that can provide both shooting and defense. During his senior season, he averaged 18.8 points, 2.5 triples, and 1.4 steals per game. He may not have the upside that other prospects have, but he could make an impact as a rookie. He’ll be an excellent shooting option to help Tyrese Haliburton get some extra assists, and he will fit their timeline as they look to get back into contention within the next few seasons.
Jarace Walker

IND Power Forward #1

The Pacers have selected Jarace Walker with the No. 8 pick after swapping picks with the Wizards.

Walker is a versatile defender, able to guard multiple positions using his 6’8, 240lb frame. He can play bully ball in the paint, but his mid-range jumper is solid, and his three-point shot improved throughout the season. Walker’s ability to rack up defensive stats should translate well for fantasy hoops managers, and his scoring and rebounding abilities are just icing on the cake. The Pacers were able to acquire some future second round picks while moving down one spot and still were able to fill a need at power forward. Walker should play a massive role as a rookie, since he won’t face much competition for minutes.
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LAL Head Coach

The Lakers have traded to the 47th pick and cash to the Pacers in exchange for the 40th pick in Thursday’s draft.

This isn’t an earth-shattering move, but the Lakers didn’t have to give up much to move up seven spots. They’ll now select at 17 and 40 in the draft, while the Pacers have picks 7, 26, 47 and 55, as well as a little extra cash.
Tyrese Haliburton

IND Point Guard #0

Tyrese Haliburton and Mikal Bridges will play for Team USA in the 2023 FIBA World Cup.

Shortly after reporting that Anthony Edwards, Austin Reaves and Bobby Portis will represent the USA in the FIBA World Cup, Shams Charania updated his list to include Haliburton and Bridges. Haliburton became an All-Star for the first time this season and solidified his name as one of the best point guards in the league. Bridges had a solid season for Phoenix, but he took his game to another level after the trade to Brooklyn. There will be more names announced before training camp in August, but this is a quality roster so far, even if it isn’t as star-studded as it has been in the past.

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