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Pacers Could Lose Dale Davis To Money-Crunching

Jul 26, 2005 12:34 PM EST

"If the money's not there, Dale will be playing somewhere else next season," said Davis' agent Chubby Wells.

The Indiana Pacers' recent three-year, $12 million verbal agreement with 29-year-old PG Sarunas Jasikevicius might end their chances of re-signing free agent Dale Davis. But, don't take that as a sign that the Pacers aren't interested, but they realize they may not be able to afford him. With just two small salary exceptions--the midlevel exception, part of which will go to Jasikevicius, and a $1.6 million exception--this might not be enough to retain Davis.

Davis, 36, was a key performer in the Pacers' playoff run last season. But his potential loss could be felt more in the locker room than on the court because of the progress of Sophomore Center David Harrison, who impressed the Pacers during summer league play. Harrison would do well learning from one of the games better current Big Men, and a natural post-presence.

Other than Ron Artest, Harrison (who missed part of his rookie season with a knee injury), was the best Pacer player in Minneapolis Summer League. Harrison averaged 14.8 points, including scoring 16 Poins in just 14 minutes of play against Milwaukee's Andrew Bogut, the top pick in last month's NBA draft.

Via Indianapolis Star

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Pacers May Lose Dale Davis, Sonics, Nets, Cavs And Sixers Jockey

Jul 25, 2005 10:35 AM EST

By agreeing to terms with Sarunas Jasikevicius, the Pacers may have hurt their chances to re-sign center Dale Davis.

The Pacers only have the midlevel exception, which is expected to be around $5 million a season, and the $1 million exception, with the value actually being $1.6 million a season, available.

Seattle, New Jersey, Cleveland and Philadelphia also have expressed interest in Davis.

Via Indy Star

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Pacers Get Even Better, Sign Sarunas Jasikevicius

Jul 25, 2005 1:52 AM EST

Sarunas Jasikevicius, widely considered the top point guard in Europe, signed a three-year, 12 million deal with the Pacers, his agent Doug Neustadt told ESPN.com.

Jasikevicius also had offers from the Jazz and Cavs, but decided to take less money and fewer minutes to have a shot at an NBA title.

"It really came down to who he could win a championship with next year," Neustadt told ESPN.com. "He saw a chance to contribute and win and couldn't pass it up."

The point guard, who played collegiately at Maryland from 1994-'98, most recently played for Maccabi Tel Aviv from 2003-2005 and F.C. Barcelona from 2000-2003.

Via ESPN

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Pacers Jul 2005 Archive

  • Pacers Express Interest In Dixon

    Indy Star | Jul 23, 2005

    The Indiana Pacers have expressed interest in free agent guard Juan Dixon, according to Dixon's agent, Calvin Andrews.

  • Agent: "We're Still Waiting On A Decision From Sarunas"

    Christopher Reina/RealGM | Jul 22, 2005

    With the added cap space from the Bonzi Wells three-way trade, reports are beginning to come in that Utah might be on the verge of agreeing to terms with Sarunas Jasikevicius of Maccabi Tel Aviv.

  • Artest on His Way

    Indianapolis Star | Jul 21, 2005

    Ron Artest is making good strides in his return to the court.

  • Dixon Meeting With Portland This Week

    Washington Post | Jul 19, 2005

    A source close to free agent guard Juan Dixon said that Dixon is planning to meet with the Portland Trail Blazers this week.

  • Indy Tight On Cash, But Still Looking At Jasikevicius

    Indianapolis Star | Jul 18, 2005

    The Pacers are interested in re-signing James Jones and Dale Davis, and are also looking into signing Lithuanian guard Sarunas Jasikevicius.

  • Bird: "No Interest in Kwame"

    Indianapolis Star | Jul 13, 2005

    While rumors heat up that Wizards free agent forward Kwame Brown will be signed and traded to the Lakers, Pacers President Larry Bird is denying a rumor that Indiana is trying to trade for him.

  • An Old Knee Injury Will Keep Granger Out Of Summer League

    ESPN | Jul 13, 2005

    Danny Granger tore the lateral meniscus in his left knee his senior year at New Mexico. He missed three games and had surgery.

  • Artest Makes A Pledge To Behave

    The Washington Post | Jul 11, 2005

    Ron Artest arrived at the Pacers rookie-free agent camp in good spirits and pledging to not let his temper get the best of him during Indiana’s title run next season.

  • Artest And Bender To Join Rookie Granger In SL Play

    Indiana Pacer's Website | Jul 11, 2005

    The Pacers began their annual rookie and free agent camp Sunday with a 19-man roster that included Ron Artest, Danny Granger, and Sophmore David Harrison.

  • Could The Pacers Trade Artest?

    Logan Flowers/RealGM | Jul 9, 2005

    The Pacers are in an odd spot this upcoming season.

  • Mavs Look Into Trading Finley To East

    Dallas Morning News | Jul 3, 2005

    Since the news was broken that the Dallas Mavericks may waive Michael Finley to relieve some financial pressure the team has been flooded with inquries, the Dallas Morning News is reporting.

  • Croshere Could Get Cut For Luxury Tax Relief

    Indy Star | Jul 1, 2005

    Forward Austin Croshere could be a candidate for the Pacers to waive for luxury tax relief.