Tucker DeVries, a 6‑foot‑7 forward who concluded his college career at Indiana University, recently took part in a draft‑prospect workout with the Indiana Pacers. The session was more than a routine evaluation; it was a chance for the former Drake standout to measure himself against NBA‑caliber competition.
What made the workout especially memorable for DeVries was the presence of Larry Bird, the Pacers’ legendary consultant and former NBA star. Seeing Bird watch his shooting drills added a layer of historic significance to an already pivotal moment in the player’s career.
Over two seasons at Indiana, DeVries posted averages of 13.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game, while connecting on 358 career three‑pointers at a 35.9 percent success rate. Those numbers reflect a player who has worked diligently to become a reliable perimeter threat.
DeVries says the workout allowed him to showcase not only his shooting ability but also his basketball IQ, a combination he believes will appeal to NBA teams scouting for versatile wing players. The experience of competing in the Big Ten, he adds, gave him a realistic sense of what the next level demands.
Looking Ahead
The workout also carries a personal dimension, as DeVries’ father, Darian DeVries, serves as Indiana’s head coach. The elder DeVries’ first season ended without an NCAA Tournament berth, a fact that adds pressure but also motivation for the younger DeVries to prove he can contribute at the professional level.
While he is not currently featured in many mock drafts, the session could generate undrafted free‑agent interest, and DeVries remains focused on using every opportunity to demonstrate his readiness for the NBA.