5 Basketball Players who Played for Clippers and Pacers
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Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Clippers and the Pacers.
Paul George
Paul George, known for his versatility and scoring prowess, has been one of the NBA’s standout players since entering the league in 2010. Drafted 10th overall by the Indiana Pacers, George quickly made a name for himself with his ability to contribute on both ends of the court.
An eight-time All-Star, he led the Pacers to back-to-back Eastern Conference Finals in 2013 and 2014. After a serious leg injury in 2014, George returned to form and was eventually traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2017, where he finished third in MVP voting in the 2018-2019 season.
George was then traded to the LA Clippers in 2019, where he’s been a critical piece of their contender status. Over his career thus far, he has averaged over 20 points per game and has multiple All-NBA and All-Defensive Team selections to his name.
*George was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 3)
George Key Stats
- All-Star (Pacers, Thunder, Clippers)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Pacers, Thunder, Clippers)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Clippers)
Danny Granger
The Pacers selected Danny Granger 17th overall in the 2005 NBA Draft. He showed steady improvement in his early years, culminating in a breakout season in 2008-09 when he averaged a career-best 25.8 points per game and was named an NBA All-Star. This season also saw him win the NBA’s Most Improved Player award.
Granger was consistently the Pacers’ leading scorer from 2007 to 2011, but injuries started to impact his performance and availability from the 2011-12 season onward. He was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 2014, but never suited up for the team.
Granger would go on to have brief stints with the Los Angeles Clippers and Miami Heat before retiring in 2015. Despite the later years of his career being hampered by injuries, at his peak, Granger was one of the top players in the league and played a crucial role in the resurgence of the Pacers in the late 2000s.
Granger Key Stats
- All-Star (Pacers)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Pacers)
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson had a successful NBA career as both a player and a coach. As a player, Jackson was known for his outstanding court vision and passing prowess. Drafted in the first round by the New York Knicks in 1987, he quickly made an impact and was named NBA Rookie of the Year.
Over a career spanning 17 seasons, Jackson played for multiple teams, most notably the Knicks and the Indiana Pacers. His 10,334 career assists rank him among the all-time leaders in the NBA.
After his playing days, Jackson transitioned to broadcasting and coaching. His most prominent coaching stint was with the Golden State Warriors, where he was pivotal in developing the core group that would eventually become a dynasty.
Jackson Key Stats
- Rookie of the Year (Knicks)
- All-Star (Knicks)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Knicks, Clippers, Pacers, Nuggets)
Stephen Jackson
Stephen Jackson is a former NBA small forward and shooting guard recognized for his tenacity, versatility, and ability to score. Beginning his basketball journey in the lower tiers of basketball, including stints in the CBA and overseas, Jackson’s resilience and talent eventually led him to the NBA.
Jackson’s NBA journey included time with several teams, but he is most remembered for his roles with the San Antonio Spurs and the Golden State Warriors. In 2003, as a member of the Spurs, he played a pivotal role in the team’s playoff run, culminating in an NBA Championship victory over the New Jersey Nets.
Later, with the Warriors in 2007, Jackson was a key player in the famous “We Believe” team that upset the top-seeded Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the playoffs.
Jackson Key Stats
- NBA Championship (Spurs)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Warriors, Hornets)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Warriors)
Lance Stephenson
Selected in the second round of the 2010 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers, Lance Stephenson spent the first four seasons of his career in Indiana. His best season came in 2013-14 when he averaged 13.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game, and led the NBA in triple-doubles (5).
He was a significant contributor to the Pacers teams that made back-to-back Eastern Conference Finals appearances in 2013 and 2014.
Stephenson later played for several other teams, including the Hornets, Clippers, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Lakers. Despite bouncing around the league, his dynamic playstyle and sometimes flamboyant on-court antics have made him a memorable figure in the NBA.
