2022 NBA Draft Big Board for the Indiana Pacers in the second round

NBA Draft Big Board for the Indiana Pacers in the second round (7-4)

7. Khalifa Diop, Gran Canaria (C)

Lacking depth in the center position, the Indiana Pacers could eye a 5-man in the second round, especially with the upcoming free agency class relatively thin on the position. Senegalese prospect Khalifa Diop should fit them well, serving as an energetic center who can face-up in the post and rack up boards.

6. Ismael Kamagate, Paris (C)

Speaking of international big man prospects, French cager Ismael Kamagate also deserves a look from the Pacers at no. 31. Tabbed as an uber-athletic center, he is a traditional big who is lethal as a roll man, using his eye-popping athleticism to punch home thunderous dunks and thrive in transition. His shot blocking ability is also nothing to scoff at.

5. Wendell Moore, Duke (SF)

While not necessarily filling a position of need, Duke alum Wendell Moore‘s talent alone is going to be hard to pass up if he remains on the board. An springy swingman, he is a very good defensive piece with an above average playmaking feel on offense.

4. Jaden Hardy, G-League (SG)

The Pacers do not need more guards, but Jaden Hardy is also a talented combo guard whose upside is too much to pass up on in the second round if available. His modest showing in the last G-League season is a bit of an asterisk, but he is a natural three-level scorer with a nice array of scoring moves.