3. Myles Turner
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner was one of the most frequently mentioned names leading up to the 2021 NBA Draft in trade rumors. He remained with the team through the draft, but the Pacers could still be planning to move on from him this offseason.
Indiana selected Oregon wing Chris Duarte with the 13th pick, but they jumped back into the first round at No. 22. The 22nd pick was originally owned by the Los Angeles Lakers but was traded to the Washington Wizards in the Russell Westbrook deal. The Wizards flipped it to Indiana for Aaron Holiday and the draft rights to Isaiah Todd, the 31st pick.
With the 22nd pick, the Pacers acquired the draft rights to Kentucky big man, Isaiah Jackson. Jackson is a bouncy athlete that has a limited offensive game but was an excellent rim protector. Sounds similar to what Myles Turner brings to the table defensively.
With a young, cost-controlled center now in the fold, the Pacers may be more inclined to trade Turner. Acquiring him would help the New York Knicks modernize their offense, as Turner can knock down 3-pointers in addition to his elite rim protection.
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If New York is having second thoughts about signing Mitchell Robinson to a long-term deal, they should look into Myles Turner, who has two seasons remaining on his deal at an affordable price.
