After watching the Pacers succeed while he was out with a shoulder injury, Bennedict Mathurin returns ready to take on whatever role is asked.
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Indiana Draft Picks
Indiana Pacers
Johnny
Furphy
2
Rnd
5
Pk
SG
Position
Draft Grade: B-
Pre-Draft Rank: 25
School: Kansas
Height:6' 9"
Weight: 202
Yahoo Sports Commentary
It's likely the Pacers took best available player with this pick but he's far from being a contributor anytime soon. His potential as a consistent 3-point shooter is there with his high release and excellent form but he struggles off the bounce and needs to add some weight to his frame.
Indiana Pacers
Tristen
Newton
2
Rnd
19
Pk
SG
Position
Draft Grade: B+
Pre-Draft Rank: 65
School: Connecticut
Height:6' 5"
Weight: 195
Yahoo Sports Commentary
Newton is a winner and went through hot shooting streaks at UConn this year. He was the best guard on the court during the NCAA championship game against Purdue, and even though he's a little undersized, he makes up for it with his shot creation off the bounce and moves that keeps the defense guessing.
Indiana Pacers
Enrique
Freeman
2
Rnd
20
Pk
PF
Position
Draft Grade: B
Pre-Draft Rank: 40
School: Akron
Height:6' 7"
Weight: 206
Yahoo Sports Commentary
One of the best stories in college basketball, Freeman went from being a walk-on at Akron to a starter. He was one of the best players at the Portsmouth Invitational, was invited to the G League combine and then got called up for the NBA Draft Combine. His strength when he has the ball in the lane, and also how well he moves off the ball, cutting, flashing and slipping screens, makes him an intriguing pick for the Pacers.