Elie Deglaoui

Elie Deglaoui

Elie Deglaoui is the Site Expert for 8 Points, 9 Seconds and has been writing for FanSided since July 2024. Additionally, Elie has written for Last Word On Sports since May 2023 and previously wrote for GiveMeSport. Elie specializes in writing about the Indiana Pacers, but he also has experience writing about the Boston Celtics, as well as covering news and rumors regarding every team in the NBA. Elie received an English degree with a concentration in Journalism/Professional Writing from UMass Lowell in 2021. In addition to the sites he has worked for, Elie has been featured on MSN, Yardbarker, BVM Sports, Flipboard, and NewsBreak. When he is not watching the NBA, Elie loves spending his time watching the NFL, playing video games, listening to music, and spending time with his cat.

Oct 10, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) dribbles beside Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (32) in the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

T.J. McConnell's 'superpower' is crucial to Pacers' success this season

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Oct 10, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) looks to shoot in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Pacers predicted to have a 'hangover year' after Eastern Conference Finals run

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Oct 8, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) passes the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Where Haliburton and the Pacers ranked in latest top 100 NBA player ranking

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Mar 27, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (20) defends Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (12) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Former Pacers forward Doug McDermott lands new NBA contract

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Jan 19, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; A general view of the sneakers worn by Portland Trail Blazers small forward Jerami Grant (9) during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

Olympic gold medalist named 'ambitious trade target' for Pacers

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Oct 8, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Kendall Brown (10) dribbles past Atlanta Hawks guard Vit Krejci (27) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Indiana Pacers officially make crucial decision on final roster spot

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Oct 10, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson (29) drives to the basket beside Cleveland Cavaliers guard Luke Travers (33) in the fourth quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

The most intriguing stat of the Pacers' preseason so far

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Indiana Pacers v Cleveland Cavaliers

Indiana's last preseason game is make-or-break for Jarace Walker's Pacers career

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Oct 10, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman (13) dribbles in the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

James Wiseman is already looking like the steal of the offseason

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Indiana Pacers v Cleveland Cavaliers

3 studs, 1 dud from Pacers' preseason victory against the Cavaliers

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Indiana Pacers Media Day

Pacers fans will love Tyrese Haliburton's new mindset for the 2024-25 season

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Oct 8, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) passes the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Tyrese Haliburton earns jaw-dropping spot in recent NBA rankings

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Oct 9, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) reacts after being fouled during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Pacers dumping Buddy Hield continues to look worse after immediate outburst

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Basketball - Olympic Games Paris 2024: Day 11

Tyrese Haliburton shares positive outlook on Olympic benching

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Indiana Pacers Media Day

2 Pacers who must bounce back after preseason opener vs. Hawks

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Jul 5, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider (21) warms up before a game against the Sacramento Kings at the California Summer League at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Cole Swider made bold statement with performance vs. Hawks

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