Indiana Pacers starting lineup: Ranking all five starters
By Luke Parrish
No. 3: Malcolm Brogdon
The Pacers completed a sign-and-trade last offseason with the Bucks to acquire Malcolm Brogdon. Brogdon had a career-year with the Pacers, averaging 16.5 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.9 rebounds in his first year with the blue and gold. He did it all for Indiana but battled injuries throughout the season, which slowed down his production and the team’s success a bit.
I really enjoy watching Brogdon with Domantas Sabonis on the offensive end of the floor and I think that pairing can be very good moving forward. If Brogdon can stay healthy, he is in a great position for the upcoming season. With Warren emerging as a lethal scorer, Brogdon has plenty of options at his disposal.
Brogdon will not make flashy plays that get fans excited on a consistent basis but he plays a very smart and efficient brand of basketball for Indiana. Hopefully, a second season with the Pacers will help Brogdon form some chemistry and we will see his game elevate everyone that is next to him.
This season will be huge for Brogdon, and he could be the key that unlocks a playoff series win for the Pacers.