There is no west coast or PAC-12 bias for the Indiana Pacers
Often overlooked due to the time difference, many Indiana Pacers fans likely do not see the west coast players until the NCAA Tournament rolls around in March and April. There is only one player that comes to mind when Pacers fans think “PAC-12”.
Rightfully so, as that player is and always will be the face of the franchise.
Even Reggie Miller was booed on draft night because fans just were not aware of his talent. “Uncle Reg” made his way to the Circle City from UCLA but how have other PAC-12 players fared in the blue and gold?
Here are the best Indiana Pacers players from each PAC-12 program.
Note: The Pacers have not had a player from USC, Stanford, or Washington St.
Best Indiana Pacers Player from Arizona: Solomon Hill
Hill was drafted with the 23rd overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft and saw limited action during his rookie campaign, splitting time with the Pacers’ G-League affiliate.
The following season, he played in all 82 games and started 78 as the replacement for All-Star Paul George who suffered a severely broken leg. That season proved to be his best to-date after he averaged 8.9 points and 3.8 rebounds per game.
After his third season, Hill signed a significant contract with New Orleans. In three seasons with the Pacers, Hill averaged six points and 3.1 rebounds. Currently, he is a member of the Miami Heat.
Honorable Mention: Jordan Hill