Aaron Nesmith and the Indiana Pacers have agreed to a two-year, $40.4 million extension that runs through the 2028-29 season. Nesmith’s deal also contains a trade kicker. The deal was the maximum that Nesmith could sign for at this time on an extension.
Nesmith, who is represented by Mike Lindeman, was set to become a free agent in 2027. Nesmith was the 14th overall selection in the 2020 NBA draft out of Vanderbilt.
In 45 games last season, Nesmith averaged 12.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 25.0 minutes while also playing a high level of wing defense.