Former Indiana University standout Tucker DeVries recently took the court in Indianapolis for a pre‑draft workout with the Indiana Pacers, a session that has drawn attention from analysts and fans alike. He spoke about adjusting his weight, playing out of his natural position, and his goals for the upcoming NBA draft.
A Positional Experiment
DeVries, who spent the last season operating as a power forward for the Hoosiers, explained that the role was a departure from his natural skill set, requiring him to add weight and adjust his game.
Speaking about his preparation, he said he has been trimming down to his ideal playing weight, a move he believes will sharpen his mobility and shooting efficiency ahead of the NBA draft.
The workout gave the Pacers a first look at the versatile forward, and the team’s staff praised his willingness to adapt. His father, head coach Darian DeVries, confirmed that the positional shift was a deliberate experiment to test his versatility.
DeVries also reflected on his recent statistical dip, noting a career‑low in points and shooting percentages, and framed the session as an opportunity to showcase his full skill set to NBA evaluators.
The full media session and a one‑on‑one drill from the workout are available on YouTube, giving viewers a deeper glimpse into his draft‑ready mindset.
As the draft approaches, DeVries remains focused on proving he can contribute at the next level, whether as a forward, a stretch‑four, or a player who can thrive in multiple roles.