Indiana Pacers get Purdue star, Westfield native Braden Smith in NBA Draft trade
The Indiana Pacers have acquired Purdue guard and Westfield native Braden Smith in a trade during the NBA Draft.
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The Indiana Pacers completed a trade to acquire Braden Smith, who was selected as the No. 38 overall pick in the NBA Draft. The transaction involved the departure of Kam Jones from the Pacers' roster.
Coverage from the Journal & Courier, Yahoo Sports, IndyStar, NBA.com, and Fox 59 highlights the addition of the former Purdue standout to the team's backcourt. Reports focus on Smith’s local background as a Westfield native and his transition from collegiate basketball to the professional level.
Future developments will depend on Smith’s integration into the Pacers' active roster and performance during upcoming team engagements. Official announcements have not yet specified further details regarding team depth chart adjustments following the trade.
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Quick answers
Who did the Indiana Pacers trade to acquire Braden Smith?
The Pacers traded Kam Jones to complete the acquisition.
What draft position was Braden Smith selected at?
Braden Smith was the No. 38 overall pick.
Where did Braden Smith play collegiate basketball?
He played for Purdue.
Coverage (6)
- What Purdue basketball’s Braden Smith brings to Indiana Pacers Journal & Courier · 48d ago
- Why the Indiana Pacers Decided to Trade for Braden Smith Yahoo Sports · 48d ago
- Doyel: If Braden Smith makes it in the NBA – and he will IndyStar · 48d ago
- Acquiring Braden Smith for Kam Jones in NBA Draft strengthens Pacers' backcourt IndyStar · 48d ago
- Pacers trade for No. 38 overall pick Braden Smith NBA.com · 48d ago
- Indiana Pacers get Purdue star, Westfield native Braden Smith in NBA Draft trade Fox 59 · 48d ago
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