Indiana Pacers aim to strengthen roster for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Indiana Pacers are positioning themselves as contenders for the 2026-27 NBA season following a challenging year. Despite winning only 19 games last season, the team has a promising core, including Tyrese Haliburton, who has demonstrated playoff success when healthy. General manager Chad Buchanan expressed optimism about the team's potential, while former GM Tommy Sheppard outlined the need for strategic moves and awareness of rival teams. The Pacers are looking to build on their recent playoff appearances, aiming for a deeper run in the upcoming season.
- •Pacers won 19 games last season amid struggles.
- •Tyrese Haliburton is set to return healthy for 2026-27.
- •Pacers reached the Eastern Conference Finals twice in recent years.
- •Chad Buchanan optimistic about team's core lineup.
- •Tommy Sheppard stresses importance of strategic team management.
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