Overview
- Ivica Zubac was dealt to the Indiana Pacers at the trade deadline, ending a seven-year stint with the Los Angeles Clippers.
- The Clippers’ return includes Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, a protected 2026 first-rounder, an unprotected 2029 first-rounder, and a future second-round pick.
- Zubac posted an emotional Instagram farewell, calling the trade one of the toughest moments of his life and thanking fans, staff, and owner Steve Ballmer.
- He had been averaging 14.4 points and 11 rebounds this season, positioning him as an immediate on-court contributor for Indiana.
- Head coach Tyronn Lue described losing Zubac as extremely difficult and said people in the organization were crying, underscoring the move’s emotional impact.