Indiana Pacers review trade options ahead of February deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:29 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Indiana Pacers are assessing potential trade opportunities as the 2026-27 NBA season approaches. Following the recovery of star Tyrese Haliburton from an Achilles injury, the Pacers aim to bolster their roster. They acquired Ivica Zubac last season and may target players like Trey Murphy III, Michael Porter Jr., Brandon Ingram, or Darius Garland to strengthen their team. An Eastern Conference executive indicated that the Pacers, though quiet this summer, have been actively exploring trade prospects.
- •Tyrese Haliburton returns after missing the entire 2025-26 season.
- •Ivica Zubac was acquired to boost frontcourt depth.
- •Potential trade targets include Trey Murphy III and Michael Porter Jr.
- •Pacers may trade for players from teams looking to rebuild.
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Rumor Claims Indiana Pacers ‘Getting the Lay of the Land’ For Huge Trade Deadline Move: 4 Likely Big-Name Targets
"An NBA executive claims the Indiana Pacers could be a sleeping trade giant heading into the 2026-27 season. The Pacers […]
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