# Who was the Indiana Pacers best defender, rookie, bench piece, and player? Plus, draft ties impact

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Podcast: [Locked On Pacers - Daily Podcast On The Indiana Pacers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pacers-daily-podcast-on-the-indiana-pacers-572080)
Published: 2026-04-22T05:35:28+00:00
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