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Mar 18, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (40) reacts to a basket in the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pacers' pick-and-roll volume increase will decide new identity – and its success

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Oct 1, 2026

Kelly Oubre's past fit alongside superstars reveal scary analytics profile

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Oct 1, 2026

Rebounding as Jarace Walker's top priority could result in breakout season he needs

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Sep 30, 2026

Larry Nance Jr.'s hamstring injury doesn't really matter, but it's a bad sign

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Sep 30, 2026

Mar 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Indiana Pacers forward James Johnson (16) reacts with center Thomas Bryant (3) against the Philadelphia 76ers in the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Obi Toppin lauding James Johnson highlights his importance to the locker room

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Sep 29, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (10) poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Kelly Oubre's media day comments show the team and the player were each other's priorities

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Sep 28, 2026

Sep 13, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers player Tyrese Haliburton looks on before the game between Ravens and Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Haliburton has quotes fans will love at media day, but he will have to back up his plan to hit the ground running

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Sep 28, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pacers media day focuses on the work left to do for the team to regain their past level

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Sep 28, 2026

Jun 22, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half of game seven of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Tyrese Haliburton's extension eligibility is the hardest storyline to answer for the Pacers

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Sep 28, 2026

May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Deuce McBride is a perfect trade target if the Pacers and Knicks can get past their rivalry

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Sep 28, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jalen Slawson (18) celebrates after hitting a three point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Jalen Slawson's Pacers ascension needs to hit a new benchmark: playing winning basketball

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Sep 27, 2026

Nov 18, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) reacts after scoring during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Pacers GM won't comment on needed extensions, a problem that is approaching far faster than expected

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Sep 27, 2026

Former Iowa State and Indiana Packer guard Tyrese Haliburton shows heart sign as the unveiling his Olympic 24 gold made banner during the halftime of Cyclones and Wildcats men’s basketball showdown at Hilton Coliseum on Saturday March 1, 2025 in Ames, Iowa.

Ahead of the most consequential season in recent Pacers history, tempering expectations feels impossible

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Sep 25, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (40) in the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Ivica Zubac and the Pacers will need to strike a middle ground in pace to find mutual success

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Sep 25, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Rienk Mast (51) reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Rienk Mast could be emergency center option for the Pacers after getting a training camp invite

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Sep 24, 2026

Jan 14, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Indiana Pacers forward James Johnson (16) reacts in the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

James Johnson joining Pacers training camp showcases the team's search for veteran leadership

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Sep 24, 2026

Jun 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and guard Miles McBride (2) and San Antonio Spurs forward Carter Bryant (11) react during the second quarter of game four of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Knicks' extension woes could open the conference for a Pacers return to glory

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Sep 23, 2026

Dec 13, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Indiana Pacers center Buddy Hield (7) reacts to the crowd in the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Hornets trade with Hawks could open up a Buddy Hield return to the Pacers

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Sep 23, 2026

Mar 16, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (2) reacts after a turover during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Dorian Finney-Smith could solve the Pacers' bench questions if he's bought out by the Hawks

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Sep 23, 2026

Mar 27, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; IllinoisÕ Terrance Shannon (0) smiles during practice in preparation for their East semifinal game against Iowa State at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

The Pacers offer the perfect spot for TJ Shannon Jr. to reach his potential

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Sep 22, 2026

Mar 6, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Pacers' depth beyond the top-eight – which is suspect at best – needs to step up to contend

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Sep 21, 2026

Jan 8, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) reacts after being called on a foul during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

Any trade that includes Aaron Nesmith is a bad one for the Pacers

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Sep 20, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (40) reacts to a basket in the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Disrespect for Pacers stars stems from flawed idea of why players are great – and it's not about Tyrese Haliburton

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Sep 20, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts following a play during the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

The Pacers landing Giannis would've been near impossible, but they should've gone for it anyway

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Sep 19, 2026

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the second pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson after he was selected by the Utah Jazz at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Utah Jazz roster tells a story of what the Pacers missed out on

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Sep 19, 2026

May 31, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) reacts after game six of the eastern conference finals against the New York Knicks for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Andrew Nembhard's trade value is worth an investigation, but not a hasty move

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Sep 18, 2026

Oct 10, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) reacts after a play during the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Jarace Walker's best fit is not on the Pacers, so they should help him find a new home

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Sep 18, 2026

Mar 17, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) reacts to a call in the third quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

The Pacers keep screwing over Ben Sheppard as he heads toward restricted free agency

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Sep 18, 2026

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