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Michael Wright's avatar

The Pacers now have four bigs---Turner, Bitazde, Jackson and Theis under contract for next season. Seems like this trade sets up a trade of Turner next. Theis would remain as the veteran with experience.

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Scott Agness's avatar

Pacers aren't done yet. Only one certain to be here is Jackson.

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Greg P's avatar

I'm sure for the right price, everyone is for sale...

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Scott Agness's avatar

exactly. That's why I don't get caught up in "untouchables." ... Their eyes had to light up seeing the package in return for Rudy Gobert. I know mine did.

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Krzysztof's avatar

That package is sick though. It's a massive overpay.

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Krzysztof's avatar

My guess would be that they'll keep Turner, Jackson and Smith. Pretty sure Theis and Bitadze would rather be elsewhere on Oct 1st.

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Jay Loudermilk's avatar

Is there a top-12 protection on that Celtics pick? I've seen contradicting info. I wouldn't expect the Celtics to completely miss the playoffs unless Brogdon brings his injury bug and infects all of them with it, LOL.

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Scott Agness's avatar

Yes, that's what I heard. But should learn for certain in a few days.

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Jay Loudermilk's avatar

Keep up the great reporting/ good work. This must be a crazy week for you.

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