Rick Carlisle's full comments on the Pacers-Kings trade agreement

"It’ll be a lot of fun putting it together and taking all these new pieces and melding into something really good going forward."

The Pacers made a major trade with the Kings after a 19-36 start. (Photo: PS&E)

For the second time in 72 hours, the Pacers were involved in a trade that significantly impacts the roster.

Two days after dealing Caris LeVert to Cleveland for Ricky Rubio’s expiring contract and draft picks, they reached agreement with the Kings on a deal for Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield and Tristan Thompson in exchange for two-time All-Star Domantas Sabonis, Justin Holiday, Jeremy Lamb and a future second-round pick.

Due to both trades and injuries, the Pacers are severely shorthanded Tuesday night when playing the Atlanta Hawks, coached by Nate McMillan.

• 8 players available

• 5 who played in a G League game this season

• 4 rookies

• 0 starters

Prior to the game, Carlisle spoke with reporters over Zoom for about nine minutes. Then, the deal was finalized after their 133-112 wire-to-wire loss.

Read his full comments below. His pregame thoughts are up first.