Indiana Pacers Trade Up to Draft Kansas Wing Johnny Furphy

Furphy, initially projected as a first-round pick, joins the Pacers after a surprising drop to the second round.

The Pacers acquired Furphy by trading cash and a pick with the San Antonio Spurs.
Furphy averaged 9.0 points and 4.9 rebounds in his single season at Kansas.
Despite initial disappointment, Furphy is enthusiastic about fitting into Indiana's fast-paced offense.
Kansas coach Bill Self praised Furphy's maturity and potential for development.
Furphy joins a Pacers team that reached the 2024 Eastern Conference finals.