The Indiana Pacers have decided to rule out Myles Turner for the remainder of the 2021-22 NBA season as they face no outlook to earn a playoff appearance.
Turner, who has been recovering from a stress reaction in his foot, has not appeared in a game since the Pacers’ 112-94 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Jan. 14. He finished the 2021-22 campaign with averages of 12.9 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks in 42 appearances.
It’s not easy to find a center that provides elite rim protection with a jump shooting ability. As a result, there should be no shortage of potential suitors interested in acquiring him closer to the 2022 NBA Draft. With that being said, the Pacers could benefit from striking a deal.
The long-term plans for the Pacers revolve around Tyrese Haliburton, Chris Duarte, and whoever they select with their first-round pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
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While Turner is still just 26-years-old, he is due for a new contract soon and the Pacers will need to determine if he fits in their long-term plans. The 2022-23 season is the final year of his deal and if both sides want to move on, a deal makes sense sooner rather than later.
The trade value for a player tends to diminish closer to the trade deadline when playing on an expiring deal, as Turner will be doing next NBA season. Getting a deal done in the summer could afford him the chance to come to a contract extension agreement and land with a new team.
LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: These 3 Teams Should Keep An Eye On Myles Turner Trade
The Indiana Pacers and Myles Turner have been a fixture in NBA trade rumors in recent seasons. It should be no different during the upcoming summer.
