Indiana Pacers sign Braden Smith to two-way contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Indiana Pacers have announced plans to sign Braden Smith, their only pick from the 2026 NBA Draft, to a two-way contract. Acquired via a trade with the Chicago Bulls for the 38th overall pick, Smith was a standout at Purdue, holding the NCAA record for career assists. His two-way contract will allow him to develop while balancing time between the Pacers and their G League affiliate, the Noblesville Boom. The Pacers aim to enhance their depth at point guard following recent challenges, and a two-way deal provides them roster flexibility as they approach the offseason.
- •Braden Smith was drafted 38th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •The Pacers traded Kam Jones to acquire Smith's draft rights.
- •Smith averaged 14.3 points and 8.8 assists per game in college.
- •Two-way contracts limit players to 50 active games per season.
- •Smith's signing aims to bolster the Pacers' point guard position.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana Pacers To Sign Braden Smith On Two-Way Contract
"The Indiana Pacers plan to sign their only 2026 NBA Draft pick Braden Smith to a two-way contract. That comes with some benefits.
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