Pacers Sign Rookie Kam Jones To Unique Four-Year Standard Contract

Kam Jones has signed his first professional contract, agreeing to a four-year deal with the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers acquired Jones through a draft trade with the San Antonio Spurs after selecting him 38th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft. Indiana targeted an early second-round pick due to lacking a first-round selection after a mid-June trade and seeking cost-effective roster contributors.

Jones played four collegiate seasons at Marquette, demonstrating versatility by alternating between on-ball and off-ball guard roles. As a senior, he averaged 19.2 points and 5.9 assists per game. Pacers President Kevin Pritchard praised Jones' work ethic and positional flexibility, noting similarities in personality to All-Star guard Tyrese Haliburton.

Currently practicing with the Pacers ahead of summer league play, Jones will share significant ball-handling responsibilities with returning players RayJ Dennis and Quenton Jackson. His experience playing alongside NBA-caliber creators like New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek at Marquette prepared him for both off-ball and primary creator roles, with three-point shooting being a particular strength during those seasons.

Summer league coach Isaac Yacob highlighted the value of Jones' adaptability, stating it "adds a layer to his game and to the team." Jones himself emphasized how his point guard experience expanded his skill set, making him comfortable in multiple backcourt positions.

The Pacers signed Jones to a standard contract using the second-round pick exception. The deal guarantees just under $1.3 million in the first season at the NBA rookie minimum, with the second year at the lowest possible base salary. The third and fourth seasons carry standard values under the exception structure.