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Jun 13, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) reacts during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder of game four of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Through his love of Arsenal FC, Pascal Siakam may be able to teach the Pacers something

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Sep 15, 2026

The Eastern Conference bloodbath is finally taking shape after the Kawhi Leonard trade was finalized

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Sep 15, 2026

Pacers' depth problem lingers as they add four G-League prospects to their training camp roster

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Sep 15, 2026

Indiana can rehab the reputation of Zach LaVine and claim the spoils

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Sep 14, 2026

Feb 17, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) and Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after competing in the skills challenge during NBA All Star Saturday Night at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

The path to opening cap space has two solutions, but neither are great choices

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Sep 14, 2026

Dec 23, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) reacts in the direction of fans during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Michael Porter Jr.'s expiring contract is the only obstacle to a Pacers trade

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Sep 14, 2026

Mar 9, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) reacts at the end of the game against the Sacramento Kings at the Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Pacers haven't lost a trade in years – seriously.

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Sep 14, 2026

Dec 20, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Indiana Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Rick Carlisle's learned identity carries decades of basketball, and the future of the Indiana Pacers

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Sep 14, 2026

Oct 29, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) reacts to a call from the team bench during the first quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Preseason carries questions with hard answers for the Pacers

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Sep 13, 2026

Jun 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half of game six of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Obi Toppin's next step forward is in becoming less well rounded

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Sep 13, 2026

Feb 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) reacts during overtime against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Indiana's starting lineup is among the best, though their bench is lacking

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Sep 12, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) reacts to a call by a referee during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Devin Carter is a Pacers' comeback story waiting to happen

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Sep 12, 2026

Sep 27, 2019; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard TJ McConnell (9) poses for a photo during media day at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

TJ McConnell's grit would push anyone to excellence

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Sep 12, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Rayan Rupert (32) and guard Jahmai Mashack react after a play during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Grizzlies' roster crunch may bear fruit for the Pacers

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Sep 11, 2026

May 19, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) reacts during the third 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

Aaron Nesmith's impossible relocations is why he's among the league's best specialists

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Sep 11, 2026

Mar 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Indiana Pacers forward James Johnson (16), forward Obi Toppin (1), and center Thomas Bryant (3) react against the Philadelphia 76ers in the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

In need of veteran leadership, James Johnson fit Indiana better than signee Larry Nance Jr.

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Sep 10, 2026

Feb 8, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Indiana Pacers guard Johnny Furphy (12) leaves the game after injuring himself during the second half against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

Johnny Furphy – the secret ninth man – is hiding in plain sight

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Sep 10, 2026

Mar 26, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Wizards guard AJ Johnson (5) reacts to his three pointer in front of Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared Butler (12) during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

AJ Johnson is a scheme fit, but chasing a bust's reclamation is hard to do on a winner

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Sep 10, 2026

Mar 26, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after a basket in the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Tyrese Haliburton's jump passes cannot be a thing of the past if Indiana wants to regain form

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Sep 10, 2026

May 23, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) reacts in the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks during game two of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Ben Sheppard remains the Pacers X-Factor

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Sep 9, 2026

Unknown date and unknown location; USA; FILE PHOTO; Indiana Pacers forward George McGinnis (30) against the New York Nets during an ABA game. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Network.

Pacers ABA history deserves far, far more attention

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Sep 9, 2026

Nov 20, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner (3) reacts after scoring a basket in the 4th quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Pacers saw Bucks' Myles Turner issue coming from a mile away

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Sep 8, 2026

Mar 17, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (40) box out for a rebound in the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Optics of the Ivica Zubac trade are different now, even if the Pacers' package is the same

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Sep 8, 2026

Jan 14, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) reacts to a made basket and foul in the second half against the Toronto Raptors at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pacers' full-court identity has a forgotten core skill in Pascal Siakam

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Sep 8, 2026

Mar 17, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) warms up prior to the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Imminent expansion draft is a unique opportunity for Pacers youngsters, one they would likely prefer

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Sep 7, 2026

Dec 16, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) reacts after being called for a foul in the first half against the Utah Jazz at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Ivica Zubac's rebounding subskill could decide Pacers possession margin

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Sep 7, 2026

Nov 30, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) reacts after being called for a foul against the Los Angeles Clippers during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Remember when the Pacers offered a Klay Thompson - Paul George swap to Golden State?

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Sep 7, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) against the Indiana Pacers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

November matchups against the Sixers will not be the test the Pacers need

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Sep 7, 2026

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