Looking at Free Agent Point Guard options for the Pacers
By Luke Parrish
Kyle Lowry
Toronto’s Kyle Lowry opted out of his contract last month, making him an unrestricted free agent. Like Teague, Lowry is going to cost a ton. He formed an incredible backcourt with DeMar Derozan in Toronto and Indiana could look to give him the keys to a very young Pacers team.
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While the price is hefty, it could be worth it. An All-Star for three straight seasons, Lowry has grown into an excellent player. He has averaged 17.8 points in each of the last four seasons, including at least 21 in each of the last two.
His scoring and playmaking ability will make him a highly touted free agent this summer, and the Pacers may very well be a suitor.
The only major concern for Lowry comes via recent injuries. He missed 22 regular season games with a wrist injury, then missed two more playoff games with an ankle injury. At 31, durability will be something to keep an eye on.
82 games or not, Lowry has the potential to be a great Pacer. However, I wouldn’t bet on Lowry leaving Derozan and Toronto.
A more reasonable name for the Pacers has had his fair share of injury concerns and an unclear future.