Now that Pascal Siakam is confirmed back on the Pacers, they need to start planning more big offseason moves.
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As the Pacers fall 0-2 against the Celtics, they now face a tougher 0-2 than they did against the Knicks.
A 53-29 rebound battle in favor of the Knicks was a huge part of the 30-point blowout loss the Pacers endured in game 5.
Carlisle was ejected during the closing seconds of Game 2 after multiple calls went against the Pacers and had a lot to say about it.
After a 4-2 victory over the Bucks, the Pacers will head to New York to kick off the series against the Knicks on May 6.
The Pacers currently hold a 3-1 lead against the Bucks and some great production out of Turner and Nembhard are some of the reasons why.
Game 1 against the Bucks was 50% a disaster for the Pacers but 100% a learning point in the hopes of winning this series.
Siakam was a key factor in the 2019 championship run for the Toronto Raptors, and with the most playoff experience on the roster will be a key asset for a deep playoff run.
The sixth-seeded Pacers will have a handful with the Bucks, but this season shows that the Pacers could have the advantage.
A current three game win streak is helping the Pacers gain the right amount of traction leading into a very important playoff run.
The Pacers come off statement wins against the Miami Heat and the Toronto Raptors, which now has them somewhat comfortable in the sixth spot but also this is the start of a playoff run to come.