Pacers acquire T.J. Warren from the Suns hours before NBA Draft

Posted: Jun 20, 2019 / 07:19 PM EDT / Updated: Jun 20, 2019 / 07:19 PM EDT

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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Hours before the NBA Draft, the Indiana Pacers began their roster makeover, acquiring 6’8” small forward T.J. Warren from the Phoenix Suns and the 32^nd overall draft pick for cash, sources tell our news gathering partners at the IndyStar.

The Suns wanted to free up some cap room, and Indiana will take on Warren’s three-year, $35 million contract.

Warren, heading into his sixth year, is a solid shooter, averaging nearly 20 points per game last season, while battling through injuries over his career.

Warren was the Suns first round pick in 2014, 14^th overall out of North Carolina State.

The move could mean Indiana will not be bringing back forwards Thad Young or Bojan Bogdanovich.

Indiana now holds the 18^th, 32^nd and 50^th draft picks.