Pacers 2026 pre-draft workout attendees
Indiana doesn’t own a first- or second-round selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, but pre-draft workouts and scouting remain critical for the franchise’s future.
What a difference one year makes.
At this time last year, the Pacers were battling the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals before clinching the series at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in six games to reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000.
Now, the organization is preparing for the upcoming NBA Draft without rights to any of the 60 selections.
Back then, it was a balancing act for the front office. While supporting and enjoying the team’s Finals run, executives also had to prepare for the annual NBA Draft. During that stretch, the Pacers made a fortuitous trade with the New Orleans Pelicans, acquiring their own 2026 first-round pick in exchange for their 2025 1st.
With their attention split — and ahead of what many expect to be a strong 2026 draft class — the Pacers positioned themselves more favorably for the future.
