News Summary
The San Antonio Spurs have traded their No. 38 pick in the NBA Draft to the Indiana Pacers, acquiring a future second-round pick and cash considerations. This marks the Spurs’ fourth consecutive year of trading draft picks to build future capital. Meanwhile, the Pacers, who reached the NBA Finals last season, aim to enhance their roster with the new pick alongside their No. 54 pick. The NBA Draft continues, highlighting shifting strategies among teams looking to balance current performance and future potential.
Brooklyn – The San Antonio Spurs have traded their No. 38 pick in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft to the Indiana Pacers, making it the first trade of the evening during the NBA Draft held at Barclays Center. In return, the Spurs will receive a future second-round draft pick as well as cash considerations from the Pacers.
The future second-round pick is originally from the Sacramento Kings and is projected to be included in the 2030 draft. This trade marks the fourth consecutive year in which the Spurs have moved one of their draft picks to acquire future capital, a strategy aimed at building a competitive team over time.
During the previous 2024-25 NBA season, the Spurs ended with a record of 34 wins and 48 losses, finishing in 13th place in the Western Conference. In contrast, the Pacers had a successful season, achieving a record of 50-32 and securing the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. This performance helped them reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000, although they were ultimately defeated by the Oklahoma City Thunder in a closely contested seven-game series.
The Pacers now hold not only the acquired No. 38 pick but also the No. 54 pick in the same draft, increasing their potential to add new talent to their roster.
The evening also witnessed remarkable activities from other teams, particularly the Brooklyn Nets, who established a new NBA record by making five first-round selections. Their strategy is focused on rebuilding the team, drafting players who align with their vision of creating a competitive basketball culture.
Among their selections, the Nets picked Egor Demin from BYU at the eighth overall spot, marking their first lottery pick in 15 years. Demin has earned recognition as the tallest point guard in this draft class at 6 feet 9 inches, primarily known for his unique passing skills, although he has faced challenges in his shooting accuracy. The team also selected Nolan Traoré at No. 19, Drake Powell at No. 22, Ben Saraf at No. 26, and Danny Wolf at No. 27.
Notably, the selections of Saraf and Wolf generated excitement, as they could potentially become the first Israeli duo to play together in the NBA. Saraf, who hails from Israel, demonstrated impressive performance in Germany, averaging over 12 points and four assists per game during his tenure with Ratiopharm Ulm. Meanwhile, Wolf, a 21-year-old forward from the University of Michigan, is recognized for his advantageous size and skills in shooting and passing.
The NBA Draft will continue on Thursday night, providing teams with additional opportunities to finalize their rosters. The Spurs’ trade with the Pacers is indicative of shifting paradigms in team strategies and approaches during the draft period, as franchises seek to establish a strong balance between current performance and future potential.
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- New York Post: Nets take Egor Demin with crucial No. 8 pick of 2025 NBA Draft
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- The Times of Israel: Israeli hoopsters Ben Saraf, Danny Wolf taken by Nets in first round of NBA Draft
- Google Search: Egor Demin
- KSL: BYU’s Egor Demin lands with Brooklyn at No. 8 in NBA Draft
- Google Scholar: Danny Wolf
- 247 Sports: Brooklyn Nets pick UNC’s Drake Powell in first round
- Encyclopedia Britannica: NBA Draft
- Detroit Free Press: Danny Wolf drafted by Brooklyn Nets
- Google News: Brooklyn Nets Draft
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