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By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — After a thrilling win on Friday night, the Pacers found themselves on the other end of a thriller on Saturday. The Charlotte Hornets went 23-for-23 from the foul line, and needed every last one of them- defeating the Pacers 125-124 on a wild night in Indy. Tyrese Haliburton […]

By TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Another NBA season has arrived, and the Indiana Pacers head into this year with a little more buzz than the previous few seasons. Players and fans are excited, and the expectations have been heightened. This team is extremely deep, and you could argue this roster has 14 or 15 […]

By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — With the NBA season tipping off in just over a week, it’s time to have some fun with bold predictions, Pacers edition. While this team is still building towards the future, there’s more of a buzz surrounding the franchise this season, and there are definite playoff aspirations. Let’s […]

By TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — As I wrap up my 10th season covering the Indiana Pacers, it’s a good time for my annual assessment of each player on the roster, as we also discuss their potential fit moving forward. Overall, this season has been filled with ups and downs, but has largely been a […]

By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — When Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner share the court, good things typically happen for the Indiana Pacers. Turner has benefited from playing his natural position this season. He’s also benefited from playing with #0. And if the Pacers can keep these two guys healthy, it’s a nice start […]

By TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers were well represented at All-Star Weekend in Utah, and now it’s back to business for the blue and gold. This isn’t the “second half” of the season, but rather, the final stretch of 21 games. Does this team have a run left in them to have […]

By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Before this season even began, I was writing about the win/win scenarios this season would present the Indiana Pacers. While most fans wanted to tank from day one, I at least saw a possibility of a competitive team. I also recognize the importance of getting another high draft […]

By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — There’s something about the number 31 that just fits the Indiana Pacers. And while the 31st pick in the NBA draft is often insignificant, Pacers rookie Andrew Nembhard is quickly making 15+ teams regret overlooking him this past summer. He’s becoming a fan favorite in Indy, and already […]

By TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — One year ago, the Pacers said “Good Riddance” to a rough 2021, which was capped off by a last-second loss to the Chicago Bulls. Fast forward to New Years Eve 2022, and the franchise is thankfully in a much better place. But there are still plenty of uncertainties and […]

By TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — With a new year approaching, it felt like the Pacers turned back the clock on Thursday night against Cleveland. It was a sellout crowd (first of the season), and it had the energy of those 2018 or 2014 games in the Fieldhouse. It made me reminiscence how loud and proud […]

By TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Remember when only a handful of teams in the NBA were considered contenders? Much like the mid-range game: That appears to be a thing of the past. Just look at the NBA standings through the first 30+ games this season. The parity is pretty remarkable. There are teams in […]