All the Pacers’ Eggs in One Basket? The Zubac Trade Debate

Alex Golden is joined by Kevin Bowen for a deep dive into one of the most consequential moves the Pacers have made in recent years. The guys start by evaluating Bennedict Mathurin’s play since being traded to the Clippers, looking at how he’s fitting into his new situation and whether early returns are matching expectations. Then they shift to Indiana, breaking down Ivica Zubac’s first three games as a Pacer and what early signs suggest about his long-term fit with the roster. Alex and Kevin also discuss the risk versus reward of the trade, why the move could define the Pacers’ next era, and how it feels like many of Indiana’s future eggs are now in one basket. To close, the conversation turns toward the offseason: what this roster still needs next year—especially if the Pacers don’t land a Top-4 pick in the draft.