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Pacers retain core players, aim for success with Ivica Zubac

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Pacers retain core players, aim for success with Ivica Zubac

Summary

The Indiana Pacers confirmed their strategy to maintain their core roster while acquiring Ivica Zubac from the Los Angeles Clippers. General Manager Chad Buchanan stated Zubac was a priority due to his talent and contract, adding necessary depth and defensive skills. Injuries limited Zubac to five games with Indiana this season, averaging 11.6 points and 7.2 rebounds. He is expected to integrate with All-Star teammates Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton next season, following an offseason aimed at enhancing team performance without sacrificing other key players.

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Status Watch

•Zubac was acquired from the Los Angeles Clippers.
•He averaged 11.6 points and 7.2 rebounds in limited games.
•Pacers aim to integrate him with Siakam and Haliburton next season.
•Buchanan emphasized avoiding sacrifice of core players in trade.
•Zubac’s contract is under $22 million for the next two seasons.

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3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Pacers Didn’t Want To Sacrifice Core To Add Ivica Zubac, Happy With Starting Five

What they're saying

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The Indiana Pacers were interested in Ivica Zubac because of his talent. But he comes with an added bonus of being on an excellent contract.
— Yahoo Sports

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