Why the Pacers finances allow them to make some big moves

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 11: A view of the Indiana Pacers logo on their uniform during the game against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on February 11, 2023 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 11: A view of the Indiana Pacers logo on their uniform during the game against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on February 11, 2023 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
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Tyrese Haliburton and Bennedict Mathurin, Indiana Pacers (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Bennedict Mathurin, ~$7 million

These contracts are generally the best value and the Pacers have quite a few of them. The most expensive at the moment is Bennedict Mathurin, but that’s just given that he is the newest and highest draft pick on the team.

Jalen Smith, ~$5 million

Jalen Smith was picked rather high by the Phoenix Suns, but it didn’t pan out in the desert. After moving to Indy, initially it looked like a good fit. However, there was quite a bit of regression in year two.

Tyrese Haliburton, ~$6 million

Easily the best value on the roster, Haliburton is an all-star on a rookie contract, there is nothing better in all of sports. Haliburton will be due for a MASSIVE raise in the following year, so expect quite a bit of the cap space to go to the budding superstar in the NBA. However he is looking to be worth every single penny.

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