By ALEX GOLDENISL Contributor INDIANAPOLIS — Five games into the season, and the Indiana Pacers sit with a lousy 1-4 record. The Pacers have once again been bitten by the injury bug and their schedule has not been the easiest. Indiana’s front office felt that this current core (with a few subtle changes) would be […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — After two crushing losses to start the season, it was finally time for the Indiana Pacers to play in front of their home fans (with full attendance) again. And those fans might have made all the difference. Playing in their second Overtime game in as many days, the Pacers […]
Continue ReadingBy TIM FLINTISL Contributor INDIANAPOLIS — Something magical happens when you take your kids to see the Indiana Pacers play. From the moment you buy your tickets to the drive home, there’s an electric buzz of excitement that can’t be matched. It doesn’t even matter if the Pacers win or lose, your kids will still […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — In one week, it’s go-time for the Indiana Pacers. As exciting and refreshing as it will be to start the season, the Pacers have a daunting task ahead of them with a brutal opening schedule. Combine that with a new coaching staff and the typical Pacer injury problems, […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — It’s one thing to speak highly of your latest draft picks. It’s another thing to gush over them. Not only have the Indiana Pacers been excited about Chris Duarte (13th pick), they’ve been infatuated with Isaiah Jackson (22nd pick). At just 19 years old, Isaiah Jackson is the perfect […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers have a new Head Coach. They have a few new key players. They have a new name for their arena (Gainbridge Fieldhouse.) And as they expressed at Media Day, they have a renewed hope for the upcoming season. Here were some of the highlights and […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — The very minute Rick Carlisle decided to leave Dallas, speculation began for an Indiana reunion. Though most people, including myself, figured he would end up in Boston or Milwaukee, the opportunity was still there. After firing two Nate’s in less than a 10-month period, Pacers President Kevin Pritchard […]
Continue ReadingBy ALEX GOLDEN (@AlexGoldenNBA)ISL Contributor NBA Mock Draft (Round 1) 1. Houston Rockets – Cade Cunningham | G | Oklahoma State This is a no brainer pick here. Cade Cunningham is the most coveted player in the draft. A 6’7” point guard who has elite offensive traits, a high IQ, an incredible feel for the […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — The Pacers have now fired two Nate’s in a span of 9 1/2 months. With the dismissal of Nate Bjorkgren, the Pacers will once again embark on a coaching searching. They’ve botched coaching decisions and draft picks in the past: This time around, they have to hit on […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — In game number 73, the Indiana Pacers put on a show in front of their home fans, and they now live to see another day. It was a dominating effort from start to finish, as the Pacers never trailed. They defeated the Charlotte Hornets by a final score […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITHISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — The future may be a little uncertain for the Indiana Pacers. Your guess is as good as mine in terms of how this roster will look next season. But when it comes to Caris LeVert, there’s nothing to discuss. LeVert will be a Pacer, and he will flourish in […]
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