Ryan Stano

Ryan is the site expert for Scarlet and Game and Big Red Louie. He's an Indianapolis area native, a graduate of The Ohio State University, and a very passionate fan of all things Ohio State, Colts, and Pacers. He's been featured on Yahoo, Yardbarker, and Sports Illustrated.

Mar 1, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) looks to pass the ball against New Orleans Pelicans forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (50) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

This one Indiana Pacers player has earned a spot in the rotation

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Canada v United States

Tyrese Haliburton shows he's Team USA's most important player after sealing win

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May 6, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) warms up before game one of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

One part of Jarace Walker's game could spell trouble for the Pacers

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Jun 26, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Johnny Furphy arrives before the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Pacers rookie Johnny Furphy shows he could be a real weapon

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Akron's Enrique Freeman (25) drives against Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) during the first half of an NCAA Tournament first-round game Thursday in Pittsburgh.

An unlikely Pacers player is pushing to make the roster

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Mar 7, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) and forward Jarace Walker (5) defend during the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Summer League could reveal if these young players are part of the Pacers' future

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May 27, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) dribbles the ball while Boston Celtics forward Xavier Tillman (26) blocks during the second quarter during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Why Andrew Nembhard's Team Canada experience is great for the Pacers

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May 27, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) during the third quarter during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

How Myles Turner can be even better for the Indiana Pacers

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May 25, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) passes the ball against Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (left) and forward Obi Toppin (right) during the fourth quarter of game three of the eastern conference finals in the 2024 NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers guard officially makes the Olympic roster for Canada

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May 21, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts with forward Aaron Nesmith (23) during the second half for game one of the eastern conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

How Kawhi Leonard pulling out of the Olympics affects Tyrese Haliburton

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May 25, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) celebrates with forward Doug McDermott (20) after making a basket against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter of game three of the eastern conference finals in the 2024 NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

This is the last season the Pacers are paying these players to not be on the team

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Indiana Pacers v Boston Celtics - Game Two

Three Pacers players who benefit the most from Pascal Siakam returning

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Boston Celtics v Indiana Pacers - Game Four

Kevin Pritchard gives insight into what he's looking for in improving the Pacers

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December 9, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) shoots the basketball during the third quarter of the in-season tournament championship against the Los Angeles Lakers at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Why the In-Season Tournament was such an important thing for the Pacers

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Mar 1, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) looks to pass the ball against New Orleans Pelicans forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (50) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Pacers feel comfortable running it back with who they have next year

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May 19, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts during the fourth quarter of game seven of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

What will Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton's role be on Team USA?

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