Is Jalen Smith the long term answer at PF? + Ranking the offseason moves! (Mailbag Pt. 2)

Alex Golden and Michael "The Wizards FAN" Facci answer YOUR QUESTIONS on today's episode of Setting The Pace!

Today's Questions:

1. Keith - Bobby Marks said we could trade Theis & Nesmith right away, but that they could not be aggregated with another player in the transaction.  Do you know how long that restriction lasts?  I’m thinking both of those guys could be on the block.  Thanks!
2. Quinton - What is a realistic extension/contract you see the Pacers signing Myles Turner to?
3. Walter - Who do you think has the best chance to win the Pacers Award (NBA MIP) and why? Haliburton, Duarte, and Smith all seem like they’re poised to make a leap.
4. Ben - Big fan! my question would be, when do you guys think this squad can make their first playoff push also who’ll be the biggest surprise on our team this year?
5. Wyatt - what are your top 3 moves of the offseason (draft, trades, signing) and what grade would you give the Pacers moves? 
6. Randy - why do you think Rick Carlisle was at Myles Turner’s basketball camp?
7. lottydotty - What do you guys think about acquiring Jaxson Hayes? His size, athleticism, improving jumper and age is perfect for our timeline and I 100% believe Carlisle and Tyrese can really get the best out of him. (Bonus Question) Can you guys create some nicknames for our players?
8. festar35 - Do you think Jalen Smith is a long-term PF? What kind of season do you expect from him?
9. pacerssplashzone - Would you start Hield over one of the guys or fully commit to the young core from game 1?
10. brettduley - predictions on what will happen between the pacers and Myles turner?
11. shady_buffalo_podcast - What teams do you anticipate being in contention of the top of the inverse standings? Also, How many PPG do you expect from the trio of Hali/Mathurin/Duarte?

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