The Indiana Pacers took down the Charlotte Hornets 122-97 in their first preseason game on Wednesday, and Aaron Nesmith was a huge reason why.
The reserve wing/guard hybrid had a terrific first showing for the blue and gold. He dropped 16 points, grabbed four rebounds, and changed the game with impressive defense. His impact was noticeable.
"Aaron Nesmith has had a great training camp. He's carried it over to this game," Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said after the game. "He's playing to his strengths, that's the key thing. He's not trying to do things he can't do.