Indiana Pacers: 3 prospects to avoid in the 2021 NBA Draft
By Luke Parrish
The Indiana Pacers hold the 13th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. Which prospects should they avoid?
In order to turn things around, the Indiana Pacers need to hit on their 2021 draft pick after a history of failed selections. Without any draft picks higher than 10th overall in the past few decades, Indiana has had to find success elsewhere. This time around, the Pacers sit in a sneaky good spot with the 13th pick.
The 2021 NBA Draft class is loaded with talent especially at positions the Pacers need the most. They will have their chance at guards and wings at the end of the lottery that can come in and make an impact as long as they are given a chance.
Regardless of what happens in free agency with T.J. McConnell and Doug McDermott, the Pacers will lack depth in the backcourt and on the wing next season. The biggest issue for them right now is the absence of perimeter defenders. Addressing that in the draft has to be a priority.
With so many good prospects available this year, Indiana cannot afford to miss on yet another important draft selection as they have in recent years. In order to do that, they have to eliminate players from their draft board that do not bring enough to the table right away.
Here are a few prospects that the Indiana Pacers should avoid in the upcoming NBA Draft.