Indiana Pacers · 2026 NBA Draft · Pick #2 · (19-63)
Top Positional Needs:
- PG
- 3-and-D Wing
- C
Round 1 Pick #2
Projection: Darryn Peterson (SG, Kansas)
Why: 14% lottery odds. Indy needs a dynamic lead guard to accelerate the rebuild — Peterson's shot creation fits Rick Carlisle's spacing offense.
Alternates: Cameron Boozer (PF, Duke), Caleb Wilson (PF, UNC)
Round 2 Pick #38 (from San Antonio)
Projection: Dame Sarr (SG, Duke)
Why: Pacers acquired this pick via San Antonio; Sarr gives them wing depth with EuroLeague polish.
Alternates: Alijah Arenas (SG, USC), Andrej Stojakovic (SF, Illinois)