ESPN's Bobby Marks has named one intriguing player a "fit" for the Pacers. He thinks that Los Angeles Clippers' free agent Ben Simmons would fit in Indiana. Simmons was one of a few players mentioned as possible fits. Marks also urged the Pacers to re-sign Turner to a contract worth around three years for $75 million.

Grading the Pacers' two selections of guard Kam Jones and sharpshooter Taelon Peter in second round of 2025 NBA Draft

A sharpshooter out of Liberty, Taelon Peter shot 45% from behind the arc last season and led the NCAA in true shooting percentage.