James Wiseman, the second overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, has signed a two-year contract with the Indiana Pacers. The former Golden State Warriors big man faced challenges in his time with the team, missing the 2021-22 season due to injury and struggling to make an impact in the 84 games he played. After being traded to the Detroit Pistons, Wiseman failed to secure a long-term spot and entered free agency this summer.
At 23 years old, Wiseman still has time to develop his skills in the NBA. The Pacers have a talented coach in Rick Carlisle who can help him reach his full potential. Wiseman’s ability as a lob threat could earn him a spot in the rotation in Indiana. Despite his struggles in Golden State and Detroit, Wiseman has the opportunity to start fresh with the Pacers and work towards becoming a key player for the team.
The move to Indiana provides Wiseman with a new opportunity to grow and succeed in the NBA. It is unlikely that staying in Golden State would have changed his current trajectory, but under the guidance of Rick Carlisle, Wiseman will be able to find his place with the Pacers and contribute to