Furphy Joins Pacers, McCullar Heads to Knicks
In a notable moment in the 2024 NBA Draft, former Kansas wing Johnny Furphy was picked 35th by the Indiana Pacers. Despite anticipation to be selected earlier, Furphy handled the situation gracefully. Initially selected by the San Antonio Spurs, he was traded to the Pacers with Indiana moving up a spot by offering cash considerations.
Furphy, hailing from Melbourne, Australia, delivered an impressive performance during his freshman year at Kansas, averaging 9 points and 4.9 rebounds per game. His move to the Pacers, an emerging team with solid players, has been met with enthusiasm from Indiana’s management. This draft marks the first time in decades that either the Spurs or Pacers have picked a Jayhawk.
On another draft note, Kevin McCullar Jr. was the Knicks’ choice at No. 56. Despite injury setbacks that affected his final college season, McCullar has shown remarkable growth. Averaging 18.6 points per game in his last year at Kansas, his defensive prowess is expected to be an asset for the Knicks. Joining other international and college talents in New York’s draft class, McCullar is poised to contribute significantly.
