Summary
The Indiana Pacers are considering trading Bennedict Mathurin as the NBA trade deadline approaches. Mathurin, who will become a restricted free agent this summer, may be moved to help the team find a long-term solution for their center position without paying high taxes. The Pacers are exploring trading Mathurin to improve their front court before the deadline.
Key Facts
- Bennedict Mathurin will be a restricted free agent this summer.
- The Pacers have not extended Mathurin's contract yet.
- The team is $16 million below the luxury tax threshold next season.
- Indiana has not paid the luxury tax since the 2005-06 season.
- The Pacers are looking for a new starting center after the departure of Myles Turner.
- Mathurin is currently averaging 20.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game.
- Indiana has made it clear that Mathurin is available for trade talks.
- Potential trade targets for Indiana include centers like Kristaps Porziņģis and Daniel Gafford.
