The Pacers have reportedly emerged as a suitor in a potential Russell Westbrook trade
The report notes that any trade involving Westbrook would be complicated though, as Westbrook’s salary and the lack of first-round picks for the Lakers until 2027 could make a potential deal difficult.
Per the report, the Pacers plan to build around Tyrese Haliburton, who was acquired at the trade deadline from the Kings. Rival executives expect Indiana to be open to trade conversations around guard Malcolm Brogdon and wing Buddy Hield. Hield has two years and $40.4 million remaining on his contract, while Brogdon has three years and $68 million.
If the Pacers plan to shed future salary, could a deal for Westbrook be a match? That’s the question rival executives are evaluating as the Lakers move into the offseason.
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