NBA Fans might’ve been shocked on how Ivica Zubac was shipped out of Los Angeles and into the Indiana Pacers, but this didn’t distract them from arguably a better blessing for Zubac. After all, in the middle of the thrilling trade period, Zubac just welcomed his newborn daughter, Sienna Leina, at Indiana.
This was enough for the NBA Fans to stop talking about Zubac’s bold trade and just show love for his family.
However, user @Luvmyromeo made sure to add that hilarious vibe on the lovely event, writing, “He should name her Indiana,” referring to the city where Zubac’s baby was born.
He should name her Indiana
— Sheila Jones (@Luvmyromeo) February 5, 2026
Meanwhile, @LakerSurfer believes Sienna is destined to shine at the city, commenting, “She was born as a pacer.”
Nevertheless, NBA Fans refused to throw shade, not even once, at Zubac and his family. This time, the Fans have decided to take a moment and appreciate the heartwarming moment.
“Huge congrats to Ivica, Kristina & little Sienna! What a beautiful moment. Magic indeed,” one user wrote.
“Congratulations big zu,” one user posted.
“big dog. Has to be the wildest month of his life. First kid and massive changes in his work life,” one user remarked.
“So we’ve lost not just one Clipper but two? [crying emoji],” one user sadly wrote.
NBA Fans are still reeling from the fact that Zubac, who spent more than five years with the Clippers, will finally leave that home. On Thursday, the Clippers have sent him into the Pacers in exchange for Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, and future draft picks. Heartbreaking indeed, but NBA Fans knew well that Indiana is literally a new beginning for the Croatian big man.
NBA Fans knew that Zubac’s new home is more than just a trade. With the recent birth of his child right at Indianapolis, this also highlights a fresh chapter and challenges he has to face.
NBA Fans wish good luck to Zubac as he goes paternity leave
Despite Zubac being traded to the Pacers, the team decided to take things slowly and rest the big man as he cares for his newborn. Still, this didn’t stop the NBA Fans from showing support to Zubac as he finally becomes a father.
User @DavidMeetsNet wrote, “Go ahead and take a 2-month paternity leave, big dawg.” Meanwhile, user @jeddylee_14 wishes the best for Zubac’s family, posting, “Congrats! Take two months off and spend some time with the family!”
However, user @_DaRealOliver_ claims the trade was a good thing for Zubac’s family, writing, “Guess it’s good they can raise her in Indiana and not LA [crying emoji].”
Jokes aside, NBA Fans await just how dominant will the Pacers be when all of their greatest stars, including Zubac, finally play together next season.
