Indiana Pacers consider adding Jaime Jaquez Jr. from Miami Heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:19 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Indiana Pacers are exploring options to strengthen their roster following a disappointing 2025-26 season. With no high draft pick available, the front office may look to free agency for improvements, specifically considering Jaime Jaquez Jr. of the Miami Heat. Jaquez, who averaged 15.4 points and contributed significantly across various stats this past season, could be an appealing option to enhance Indiana's competitiveness moving forward. However, financial constraints present challenges for acquiring him, necessitating strategic moves to create salary cap space.
- •Pacers ended the 2025-26 season with a 19-63 record.
- •No. 5 overall pick was traded to the Clippers in a past deal.
- •Jaime Jaquez Jr. averaged 15.4 points and 4.7 assists for the Heat.
- •Jaquez could provide versatility and long-term potential for Indiana.
- •Financial constraints may complicate efforts to sign Jaquez.
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