23 Feb 2025 05:06:28
Pacers finally get Ayton?

IND receive:
-Deandre Ayton

POR receive:
-Aaron Nesmith
-Obi Toppin
-Mitchell Robinson*
-2025 first round pick (IND - proj. #20-25)
-Future protected first round pick (IND)
-Future second round pick(s) (NYK)

NYK* receive:
-TJ McConnell

It's no secret that Ayton has been on Indy's radar. If Turner walks this offseason, they will force a trade for his replacement. Blazers get young talent, picks, and an expiring in return.

*Third team is very flexible; need somewhere to dump the McConnell contract, as Portland has no interest in a defensive guard on a long-term deal. However, there's plenty of contenders that would happily give up an expiring contract ~$10M and few 2nd rounders for a player of TJ's caliber.

Thoughts?

1.) 23 Feb 2025
23 Feb 2025 11:36:58
This is a nightmare scenario for Indiana.

2.) 23 Feb 2025
23 Feb 2025 14:12:28
If you remove the picks, Indiana might still say no. That package can get thema better option. Mark Williams could be a cheap choice.

3.) 24 Feb 2025
24 Feb 2025 18:59:36
I like Ayton, he'd be a great addition for Indiana.