(Aaron Holiday scored 12 points to ignite the Pacers win on Saturday night. Photo by: Pacers Sports and Entertainment) By DEREK KRAMER (@ipacersblog) ISL Contributor INDIANAPOLIS — Aaron Holiday hadn’t played meaningful minutes all season. The Indiana Pacers first-round draft pick hadn’t played at all in the team’s last nine games. On Saturday night, Holiday […]
(Evan Fitzner has been a spark off the Hoosiers bench. Photo by the IndyStar) By CALEB LYNN ISL Contributor BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana Hoosiers showed how dangerous they could be on Wednesday night. The back-court of Rob Phinisee, Romeo Langford, and the work by transfer Forward Evan Fitzner led to a win over #24 Marquette […]
(Doug McDermott- Photo by NBA.com) By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Doug McDermott was brought to Indiana to be a 3-point specialist off the bench. At times in his career, he has looked like Kyle Korver with more athleticism. Other times, he has been a forgotten man on the roster. Is he to […]
(Juwan Morgan posted a double-double in Indiana’s win over Montana State. Photo by: IDS) By CALEB LYNN ISL Contributor BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana Hoosiers took control from the opening tip on Friday night, as defeated Montana State by a score of 80-35 at Assembly Hall. Forward Juwan Morgan was a focal point as he put […]
(Photo by USA Today Sports) By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Even before Myles Turner landed an extension, he was the most scrutinized player from the Indiana Pacer fan base. He’s clearly loaded with talent, but it hasn’t always translated to the court. Even at 22 years old, a lot of the fan […]
(Victor Oladipo rises up for the game-winner over Boston on Saturday night. Photo by: Pacers Sports and Entertainment) By TYLER SMITH ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — This is Victor Oladipo’s city, and we’re all witnesses of his magic. After a poor overall shooting night, Oladipo once again put on a show when it counted the most. […]
(Andrew Luck and Frank Reich have the Colts trending upward. Photo credit: Pennlive) By JUSTIN BYERS ISL Contributor INDIANAPOLIS –Indianapolis Colts fans, not all hope is lost. After an up and down first-half of the season, the week eight bye week couldn’t have come at a better time. Why? Because the Colts are trending upward. […]
(Victor Oladipo scored 21 points in the Pacers loss to Portland on Monday. Photo by: Pacers Sports and Entertainment) By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — In the age of social media, it’s only natural to overreact in sports. Fans know one loss can’t possibly define a team, but it still feels that way […]
(Kyle O’Quinn had 16 points and eight rebounds in the Pacers win Saturday night. Photo by: Pacers Sports and Entertainment) By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — No Sabonis? No problem. This year’s Pacers are built to withstand injuries, and Saturday night gave them the first opportunity to prove it. The result? A 132-112 […]
Domantas Sabonis had 14 points and 15 rebounds in the Pacers opening night win. (Photo by Pacers Sports and Entertainment) By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Ever since April 29th, the Indiana Pacers and their fans have been chomping at the bit to play meaningful basketball again. The long wait is over, and […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL)ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Every NBA team has a certain level of enthusiasm on “Media Day.” It’s a new season. Every team has some new players. It’s only natural for the coaches and players to be optimistic and to say all the right things. But this year’s Media Day still felt different […]