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

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Sep 27, 2026

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

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Sep 27, 2026

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

Jun 22, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after suffering an injury during the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game seven of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

A second Pacers gap-year would be unstomachable, no matter the reason

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Sep 17, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) holds the ball while Indiana Pacers guard/forward Aaron Nesmith (23) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pacers are unlikely participants in the funniest game promotion in NBA history from the Hawks

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Sep 17, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the first half during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Indiana Pacers needs to steal Trail Blazers bench pieces amongst roster glut

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Sep 17, 2026

Mar 24, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) dribbles the ball while Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Timberwolves offer difficult challenge – and interesting mirror – for Pacers

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Sep 16, 2026

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

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

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Sep 15, 2026

Feb 22, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts against the Orlando Magic in the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Pacers' road through East gets even tougher after the Kawhi Leonard trade was finalized

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Sep 15, 2026

Apr 6, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Keion Brooks Jr. (0) is announced to the fans against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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

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Sep 15, 2026

Oct 26, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Zach Lavine (8) reacts after scoring against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Pacers 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

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