Pacers must pursue these 3 big men to fix one of their biggest flaws

Indiana may need help outside the organization to save season early on.

Oct 23, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) grabs the rebound in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images / Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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3. Nick Richards, Charlotte Hornets

Back in the Eastern Conference, a familiar foe also may not be a playoff contender, but the Charlotte Hornets have a player who could be worth a deal.

After scoring just six points and grabbing eight boards, Richards has logged back-to-back double-doubles in the Hornets' last two games.

The former Kentucky Wildcat is 7'0'' and 245 pounds of tenacious athleticism. Richards is younger than Turner and Siakam. Charlotte's front office may like pairing Turner with LaMelo Ball.

Hornets' starting center Mark Williams is nursing a foot injury. Upon his return, Richards' minutes could be cut. If the Pacers brought him on, he could see more playing time and be a permanent starter along with Haliburton and Siakam.

Indiana should not be afraid to part with first-round picks like they did last February in the deal with the Toronto Raptors for Siakam.

Richards is also under contract through next season and would be a more affordable option than re-signing Turner. The Pacers are in win-now mode and need to be aggressive in their approach to turning their season around.

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