Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Alex Golden and Mike Facci start off today's show recapping the Pacers incredible win over the Utah Jazz, behind Sabonis' career high 42-points and Lance's career high 14-assists. The guys talk about The Lance Effect and what it means for this team.In the next two segments, the guys answer half of the mailbag questions!Topics: Pritchard's reason for signing Lance, Warren's return, favorite regular season game in Pacers history, other roster needs, winning vs tanking with Lance here now, why Domas over Myles for us, why no Myles in the 4th, Sykes and Lance's impact and roster construction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alexa Ross (@AlexaRossTV) joins Alex Golden to discuss Lance Mania and the performance Lance Stephenson put on Wednesday night for Pacers fans, The two then move into a conversation about the benefit of tanking and look at Philadelphia's ups and downs with missing and hitting in the draft. Lastly, they look at the Pacers roster as a whole and discuss what type of moves need to be made.Later, Rich (@MavsDraft) discusses the 2022 NBA Draft Class and what players he has his eyes on. Are there any sleepers in this draft? Is this draft class strong or is there more to be desired? Great stuff from Rich.Facci makes an appearance halfway through Alex and Alexa's conversation to share the Player of the Week and Rookie Report! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Awesome show today, as Facci and Alex answer voicemail trade ideas from our great listeners! We had 8-trade ideas, and the majority of them were different, allowing for a wide variety of conversation to be had. We hope you enjoy!In our final segment, we have on comic expert, JHAQ, to discuss his love for the Pacers, growing up a Pacers fan, thoughts on the current roster and how he got into creating these unique comics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by COVID expert, Dr. Michael Facci, to answer questions from Pt. 2 of the Mailbag!Topics: Covid Impact on Pacers trades, losing for a high draft pick, signing Lance for the rest of the season, conspiracy theories with Matthew Peck on leaked information/throwing games, getting leaders on the Pacers that are similar to Big Q and Darius Leonard for the Colts, getting the fun back, does the Pacers organization have the ability to create a championship contender, (unrealistic) dream trade for this team, keep Caris to run the point, Lance should retire a Pacer, Dan Burke's departure, waiting to trade Caris till the summer/maybe trade Brogdon instead and will the trade market be dead until Ben Simmons is dealt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden and Facci recap the Lance Stephenson's 2021 debut with the Pacers, more players in Health and Safety Protocols and what went wrong against the Cavs.After that, they kick off the mailbag questions discussing: Lance Stephenson, Sabonis becoming a 3pt shooter, the coaching staff's faults with this rosters overall play, trading for Kevin Porter Jr. or Christian Wood and rapid fire answers of yes or no on which players are traded by the deadline! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden and Michael Facci start off the show recapping another lackluster performance from the Pacers in their 116-108 loss against the Hornets. Alex and Facci discuss Goga Bitadze being a wasted pick by the Pacers, the lack of a team identity and dying interest in the team.Next, Facci shares the Setting The Pace, Player of the Week. The guys discuss why this player won and how a certain stat highlights how the team performs when he accomplishes this stat. After that, Facci kicks off The Rookie Report with Chris Duarte...looking at his play of late and how he has now entered Covid Health and Safety Protocols. Facci shares thoughts on Isaiah Jackson and how he has entered protocols as well.Lastly, Facci and Alex each share their resolutions for this Pacers team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden and Michael Facci start off today's show discussing the Pacers last two games, and the recent news of Brad Wanamaker being waived and Keifer Sykes being added to the Pacers 15-man roster.Later, Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins the show to discuss the current state of the Indiana Pacers. Key talking points from this conversation are centered around Rick Carlisle, Brogdon extended and LeVert not, The never ending TurBonis convo, Goga's lack of playing time, Oshae's inconsistent minutes up to this point and trade value for Caris LeVert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by Dan Favale of Bleacher Report and The Hardwood Knocks Podcast to look at potential trades the Pacers could make, and why the Pacers have been so inconsistent this season, Alex and Dan alternate sharing their trades, explaining why they came up with their trade idea framework and what they view as fair value for the Pacers best trade chips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by Mark Montieth to look at the Pacers biggest problems, what areas they need to improve this roster and what to make of this current core and all the reports/rumors that have come out over the last few weeks.In segment 1, Alex opens up the show with a little Christmas exercise, where he compares every player on the Pacers roster this season to a Christmas character.Lastly, Alex is joined by Ian Thomas, our Setting The Pace: Fan of the Week! Ian discusses his fandom, shares his biggest Pacers hot takes, discusses his issues with the Pacers overall and tells a great story of how he and his son first became Pacers fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Alex Golden and Facci are back to answer the remaining questions of this week's mailbag. The guys jump into some great topics! Jersey sales for players traded What position do you project Isaiah Jackson playing? Duarte always sits close to the coaches during the game...why? Getting younger, but finding a potential all-star Who has a better chance of re-signing? Myles or Domas? Herb and KP's contradicting statements...what's going on? Should Carlisle be the decision maker when it comes to evaluating Draft Prospects? Do you think the Pacers wish they extended Brogdon sooner, so he could be trade eligible? Surprised that Craig isn't playing more? Lloyd Pierce's importance to the Pacers (Non-Pacers) Jokic for MVP? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden and Facci are back, and we had some terrific questions here in Part 1 of the Mailbag Monday Podcast.The guys discuss questions on: Whether or not Carlisle and Pritchard are saying things to the media to appease fans. Trading for Thad Young, Spurs interest in one of the Pacers bigs Thoughts on Killian Hayes Herb Simon adding more confusion than necessary No rebuild now? When can we expect any trades? Which team has young players on it's bench to be potential stars? What gives you motivation to watch a franchise with no hope of winning it all? What one area would you like to see the Pacers improve the team the most? What do you do with TJ Warren? What Pacers apparel is at the top of you Pacers Christmas Wishlist? Are the Pacers better playing through Sabonis in the post, or shooting more threes? LeVert's been playing better and looks healthier. Any chance he is extended next year? Who are your Top 3 teams that should be looking to trade for Sabonis, Turner, LeVert and Lamb? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facci recaps the Pacers week as rumors are boiling hot on Domantas Sabonis wanting out of Indiana. Also, Pacers owner Herb Simon had a "little" bit of information to share with 5-media members, so Facci shares his thoughts on that conversation.Later, Facci is joined by Derek Murray of BasketballNews.com to look at this upcoming NBA Draft Class and they look closely at two Indiana college prospects: Trayce Jackson-Davis and Jaden Ivey.Lastly, Facci shares the Player of the Week, updates us on The Rookie Report and goes one-on-one with our fan of the week: Elliott Beaver! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Alex Golden is joined by Michael Facci to discuss the Pacers-Warriors game. Then, Alex and Facci reveal their Top-10 Trade Targets for this season and discuss what they like about said players.Later, Jake Fischer from Bleacher Report joins Facci for a one-on-one conversation about the latest rumors in the NBA, and specifically your Indiana Pacers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facci and Alex are back for Pt. 2 of the MAILBAG!Topics: The Pacers Tradable Trio (Sabonis, Turner and LeVert), building around Duarte, trading for Brandon Ingram, podcast interview dream, trading for an ideal point guard, who should be the Pacers closer, short-sighted front office, Lance Stephenson and should the Pacers rebrand to Indianapolis instead of Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facci and Alex recap the Pacers 3-game winning streak in segment 1, then jump right into mailbag questions!Topics: Ranking the roster, coach Pierce's role with Carlisle out, draft prospects for 2022, young talent that could be traded for, Domas not being a "star", Kelan Martin's improved play, Brad Wanamaker frustrations, Sabonis + LeVert for Simmons trade idea, likelihood of a trade happening and when, will the Pacers revolt on the rebuild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by CBS NBA writer, Sam Quinn. Sam is a big fan of creating trade ideas and gauging the value of players amongst the league. In this episode Sam goes in-depth with what he thinks would be equal value for LeVert, Sabonis and Turner.Sam and Alex then discuss trade ideas in the 2nd segment and discuss what type of return would be best for both parties involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex starts off the show quickly recapping all that came out today, news wise for the Pacers. Then, Facci shares the Setting The Pace, Player of the Week and gives us an update on the rookies, with, The Rookie Report.Alex is joined by Bob Kravitz of The Athletic to discuss his reporting of the Pacers Rebuild. He shares his thoughts on Jared Weiss' article where he chatted with Kevin Pritchard and Myles Turner and what could be next for Myles Turner. Later he discusses his one on one interviews with Reggie Miller and Lance Stephenson.Lastly, Jake Exline joins for the 'Fan of the Week' segment and shares his thoughts on the rebuild, his Pacers fandom and shares his hot take on the Pacers team.Kravitz one on one with Reggie Miller: https://theathletic.com/2989851/2021/12/09/nba-75-at-no-47-reggie-millers-battles-in-the-family-driveway-forged-his-unique-style-and-ability-to-step-up-in-the-clutch/Kravitz one on one with Lance Stephenson: https://theathletic.com/3005688/2021/12/09/ill-never-quit-trying-lance-stephenson-maintains-hope-of-rekindling-an-nba-career/Weiss' interviews with Pritchard and Turner:https://theathletic.com/3005965/2021/12/09/as-pacers-consider-shake-up-myles-turner-seeks-bigger-role-with-more-opportunity/Kravitz/Shams Report on Pacers Aiming for a Rebuild: https://theathletic.com/news/pacers-eyeing-rebuild-open-to-trade-talks-on-domantas-sabonis-caris-levert-myles-turner-sources/Yk05oHbBc3Oz/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci share their thoughts and takeaways from Shams Charania and Bob Kravitz report on the Pacers openly embracing a rebuild. The guys then share a few trade ideas centered around Sabonis, Turner and LeVert (14:50).Later, Jake Query (30:00) joins the guys to discuss his thoughts on the Pacers rebuild/retool. Jake also talks about what TJ Warren can mean for the Pacers, Carlisle's role, how the Pacers players and coaching staff approach the rest of the season knowing a rebuild is happening and whether or not Pritchard is the right person to be calling the shots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mailbag Questions for Part 2:Question 16: Trading LeVert with a BigQuestion 17: Realistic moves without blowing it upQuestion 18: Who do Pacers keep at Deadline?Question 19: Inconsistent minutes for OshaeQuestion 20: Best Part of the Season is Trade SZNQuestion 21: Pritchard's lack of statements on the season thus far.Question 22: Pritchard being fired before season likelihood.Question 23: Lamb + Sabonis Trade IdeaQuestion 24: Duarte's frustration with officials and...teammates?Question 25: Preseason Standings vs Now...does Indy get out of 13th?Question 26: Knicks Trade Idea for LeVertQuestion 27: Fear of a PANIC Trade?Question 28: Combing a Lottery Pick with a starter to get more a win-now player, vs drafting a player in the Lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci share their thoughts on the Pacers-Heat game then get into mailbag questions!Mailbag QuestionsQuestion 1: Sabonis to the WarriorsQuestion 2: Will Pacers ever rebuild? + Sabonis and Turner Trade IdeasQuestion 3: Pritchard need to go?Question 4: No Oshae Jersey's at the team store?Question 5: TJ McConnell: Energy guy, or a true backup point?Question 6: Trade Preference: Fox, Murray or SimonsQuestion 7: Rebuilding like OKCQuestion 8: Facci's stance on LeVert + embracing a youth movement.Question 9: Needing a better ball handler/initiator. Which of McCollum, Fox or Simmons do you like best?Question 10: Thoughts on Jaden IveyQuestion 11: Pacers waiting for Warren to rebuild?Question 12: What Three Players you would keep in a fire saleQuestion 13: How many losses till the front office makes a change?Question 14: Pacers bringing grown men to tearsQuestion 15: Trade LeVert? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci recap last nights loss to Atlanta, another no-call for Duarte, Carlisle showing up 45-minutes late to press conference because team was breaking down first half film immediately after the loss, HOT TAKE on Caris LeVert's play, and comparing this team to a 500-piece jig saw puzzle.Next, the guys reveal the Player of the Week and rundown the play from our Rookies this week in the Rookie Report.Lastly, to close out the show, Facci and Alex welcome on Bryse, our Fan of the Week! Bryse shares his hot takes on the Pacers, discusses what type of trades he would like to see completed, why he became a fan of the team and he asks Alex and Facci about Goga Bitadze's role and future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facci goes solo with Zak Noble, from Ball is Life. Zak recently interviewed Myles Turner on his podcast and shared thoughts with Facci about Turner and the interview. Later, the guys discuss what potential moves Indiana could make. the fit of Sabonis and Turner, TJ Warren's highly anticipated return and what Zak saw from the Pacers last night in a 2-point loss against Zak's Timberwolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci recap another disappointing loss from the Pacers. The guys express their issues with the teams inability to closeout games and what areas they can improve upon. Alex and Facci share their biggest hot takes to shake the current roster up. Facci suggests a starter be put on the bench and Alex suggests the Pacers find a better fit at a primary position. Lastly, Alex and Facci react to the HOT TAKES and FAKE TRADES from callers on the Voicemail Segment!Please Leave a 5-STAR RATING and REVIEW if you LOVE what your listening to! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci QUICKLY recap Pacers/Bucks and discuss why this matchup is always a problem for the team. Then, they spend the rest of the show answering great mailbag questions.TwitterQuestion 1 (Sam Culbertson) - At what point do we put more blame on Carlisle for the Pacers rough start to the season this year?Question 2 (Aaron M) - Do you think we see more of an emphasis from the organization to acquire players with little injury history going forward?Question 3 (Zachary Barnett) - Thoughts on the Pacers making a move for De'Aaron Fox, someone else on the Kings or maybe Marcus Smart.Question 4 (DJ Davis) - What changes do you expect when Warren comes back in December?Question 5 (@Poottyt) - How am I supposed to feel optimistic about the team, when former front office guys like Haralabos call this team a flawed roster with no hope?Question 6 (Jaimez) - Are you looking forward to Dec 15th? (When Players can be traded who signed in the offseason)Question 7 (Jake Exline) - What is a good player arch comparison for Chris Duarte?Question 8 (Steven Grimes) - Would you rather the Pacers go full rebuild or try and continue to make a push for a deep playoff run?Question 9 (Jake Exline) - Aside from Jeremy Lamb, what players do you think have the best chance of getting moved? (Alex and Facci go-back and forth on this one)Question 10 (Ethan Haut) - What happened to Oshae's minutes?RedditQuestion 11 (thefingolfin) - What do you think the Pacers are going to do with Jeremy Lamb?Question 12 (Seananigans14) - What changes need to be made in order for us to really become a winning team?Question 13 (Jacobybriskett) - What is the ideal number of shots you want to see Brogdon take?Question 14 (ChotheredSmicken) - How far would the team need to go this year for the front office to keep this core together for next season?Question 15 (ChotheredSmicken) - if the trade deadline is 02/10 and we see Warren for a month, do you see the front office making any moves?Question 16 (Duckstaped) - What was really said to LeBron James from the fans?Question 17 (Malcolm_Reynolds1) - Why aren't we seeing more of Goga and Oshae?Question 18 (CallMeTaga) - Do the Pacers have a short term or long term project?InstagramQuestion 19 (Carter Davis) - Will Myles Turner be given the respect to make All-Defense this season?Question 20 (Carter Davis) - Do you think Malcolm Brogdon deserves to be an All-Star?Question 21 (Festar 35) - Looking at the next 9-games (Pacers-Bucks from Sunday included) how many wins do you see the Pacers potentially having?Question 22 (Festar 35) - Do you think a more traditional point guard could help this team. Are McConnell's flaws are too glaring?Question 23 (Festar 35) - Is Turbonis actually working?FacebookQuestion 24 (John Coulton) - If Reggie Miller came back to work for the Pacers organization, what capacity do you think he would best be suited? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by Brendan King to recap the Pacers loss in Overtime to LeBron and the Lakers. It was a tough one for sure, but there were positives to takeaway from this game. Then, we had a few voicemails from fans expressing their thoughts on the game and Chris Duarte.Lastly, Alex and Brendan assign each Pacers player to a specific food from your traditional Thanksgiving meal. There were 16-total items and a bonus one Brendan shares at the end of the segment. Super fun exercise and perfect for the Thanksgiving listen.Follow us on Twitter @SettingThePace3 and over on Instagram @PacersTalk. Please a 5-Star Rating and Review for our show on Apple Podcasts as well if you have not already done that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci start off the show with our NEW segment: Voicemails! We had three voicemails from terrific fans (Aaron, Brent and Andrew) and answered their questions!Next, Scott Agness came on the show to discuss the Pacers win over the Bulls, playing through Domas more offensively, LeVert and Duarte dealing with injuries, overcoming the tough schedule and getting back to .500, if he thinks they will make roster changes and what about the rotations have surprised him.Lastly, Alex and Facci look at the opponents for the upcoming home stretch and how this challenge could make or break the team.Be sure to FOLLOW us on Apple Podcast, PLEASE leave us a 5-Star RATING and REVIEW if you LOVE what you are hearing AND if you do that...email a screenshot to [email protected] to win a chance at a FREE City Edition Jersey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci discuss the Pacers win against the Pelicans, and what they took away from that dominate performance. Next the guys highlight Chris Duarte's return from injury and Isaiah Jackson's debut with the Mad Ants in The Rookie Report. After that, Facci shares the Player of the Week! Lastly, the guys get to your MAILBAG QUESTIONS! Below are the topics of the questions.Duarte and the lack of "green light" over the last few games, Caris LeVert's role with the team and inefficient shooting numbers, the best three point shooter on the team, who the face of the franchise is, why the team went through such a tough skid, are the Pacers better than their record, will the team go above .500 this season, Sabonis as the main offensive hub, what improves the Pacers chances of winning more games this season, is Pritchard in trouble and should the team make significant roster moves, are the Pacers a Top 10 team in the East as constructed, Jerami Grant, Caris recovering from injury, energy problems with the team, adapting to new roles, Duarte's role decreasing, culture change, Warren's return, saving the season and who would we trade (comfortably) + the never ending Turbonis questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers loss to Detroit, and look at the bigger picture when it comes to this inconsistent team. Enough is enough, and the guys don't hold back on how they feel about this team, especially after the way they have played this week.Later, Tyler Watts joins the show as the Featured Fan of the Week. Tyler shares how he became a fan, his creation of The Pacement, his incredible Post-It Artwork and gives his hot takes for the team.Be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review! Email your screenshot to [email protected] for a chance to win a FREE Pacers City Edition jersey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci start off today's show recapping the Pacers loss to the Knicks, specifically the Fourth Quarter Nightmare. After that, Jeremiah Johnson joins the show to discuss the play of several individual players, why Oshae Brissett might be out of the rotation, the Eastern Conference as a whole and who the Pacers closer should be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci discuss the Pacers win over the Embiid-less 76ers Saturday evening, highlighting the play of Justin Holiday, TJ McConnell, Kelan Martin and Malcolm Brogdon. Next, Facci reveals the Setting The Pace, Player of the Week and he and Alex talk about it. Then, the guys look back at the week Chris Duarte had in The Rookie Report. Lastly, Alex and Facci answer just over THIRTY MAILBAG Questions.MAILBAG TOPICS with MINUTE MARKERSREDDIT: Kelan Martin, Oshae Brissett, TJ McConnell, Strengths and Weaknesses of the Pacers, Duarte's Future (27:00) INSTAGRAM: Myles/DPOY, Possible returns if Pacers traded Warren and LeVert, Kelan Martin and the Pacers recent success (35:00) TWITTER: East Standings, Fans of Players vs Fans of Teams, Warren rotation fit, Caris and his scoring, trade vs no trade, Brogdon disrespect, Myles best year, Martin's play, reason(s) for losing big leads/games, lower minute load for players, Kelan vs Oshae, Lamb: trade or no, Keeping Myles over Domas, All-Stars, trade deadline targets if Warren comes back + how active will Pacers be in the trade market. (42:30) FACEBOOK: Rudy Gobert vs Myles Turner boxing match, All-Stars, best boxer on Pacers currently + player with the most fight (108:00) If you have not already, PLEASE leave us a 5-Star Rating and Review...if you do, send a screenshot of your rating and review to at [email protected] and enter to win a FREE Pacers City Edition Jersey, Setting The Pace Hoodie or a Jermaine O'Neal autographed basketball card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci react to the Pacers monster win over the Utah Jazz, to closeout a difficult 4-game road trip. They highlight the play of TJ McConnell, Malcolm Brogdon and Kelan Martin! Plus, reactions and thoughts on Myles Turner and Rudy Gobert exchanging words and their scuffle.Later, Zachary Barnett joins the show for the Setting The Pace Fan of the Week. Zachary shares his thoughts on the Pacers, how he became a Pacers fan and more!Please leave a 5-star rating and review! Email a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] for a chance to win a Pacers City Edition Jersey, a Jermaine O'Neal autographed basketball card or a Setting The Pace Hoodie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by James Boyd to share his thoughts on the Pacers, his journey to becoming the full time beat writer for the Indy Star covering the Indiana Pacers and what he thinks the potential of this Pacers team could be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci start things off with a BIG announcement. After that, the guys recap the Pacers victory over the Kings and why the loss to Portland was a bummer.Next, Alex and Facci highlight the Setting The Pace, Player of the Week: Myles Turner! The guys look at the awesome week that Turner had and what they loved about his overall performance(s)! The guys then follow up segment two, discussing the play of Rookie Chris Duarte, in the Setting The Pace Rookie Report!Lastly, Alex and Facci answer all of your mailbag questions! There were a ton of them, so the last hour of the show was dedicated to the Mailbag Monday segment. The guys answered questions about roster depth, the future of the Pacers roster, Brad Wanamaker, TJ Warren, Caris LeVert, Domas Sabonis, Malcolm Brogdon, Myles Turner, TJ McConnell, the coaching staff, how deep this team can go in the playoffs and ways to improve fan attendance at home games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facci and Alex jump right into it and breakdown this incredible win by the Indiana Pacers. Myles Turner had a career night from three, Goga went coast to coast, LeVert kept the Pacers alive during some tough moments and we have GOOD news to discuss about T.J. Warren.Please give us a rating and review over on Apple Podcasts if you haven't already! Screenshot your rating and review for a chance to win a special Setting The Pace Prize Package. Also, be sure to hit that download button as well! It helps us and saves you data if you download with WiFi! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Pacers get their second win of the season against the Spurs and the guys highlight what went right for the Pacers to get the W. Then, the guys highlight that Malcolm Brogdon is set to return against the Knicks, how this game is a good challenge for the Pacers and developing chemistry between the projected starting 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facci and the "raspy" Alex Golden start off today's show recapping LeVert's Season debut, the Pacers loss to the Raptors and the news that the Pacers have exercised the team option on Goga Bitadze's fourth year.Next Facci and Alex reveal this week's, Player of the Week. They also discuss the Pacers rookies in The Rookie Report and look at the upcoming week of games.Lastly, Facci and Alex answer all your mailbag questions. Lots of trade questions and trying to figure out what is going on with this Pacers team. They end the show reading an incredible quote from Chris Duarte. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by longtime Pacers fan, David Cole, to breakdown the Pacers loss to the Brooklyn Nets. The guys then shift the conversation to why the team has gotten off to a poor start, the unfortunate injuries this team has suffered and discuss if the Pacers need to shakeup their roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facci and Alex react to the injury updates given by Rick Carlisle this afternoon and discuss the Pacers pathetic start to the season. The guys go back and forth highlighting things they're frustrated with, what this roster desperately lacks and whether or not Indiana can overcome the never ending obstacle of injuries that ALWAYS get in their way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The guys start off the show recapping the Pacers loss to the Bucks, what to make of Carlisle's rotations, players who have not had good starts to the season and foul trouble leads to Goga getting meaningful minutes. Later, Alex and Facci discuss Turner's lack of playing time the last few games and react to Doyel's article on Myles Turner. Then, the guys close out the second segment highlighting the solid play once again from Chris Duarte.In Segment 3 (33:00) Facci is joined by longtime NBA writer and reporter, Howard Beck. Beck shares his thoughts on the NBA season, his part in voting on the Top 75 players in NBA history, the drama surrounding Ben Simmons and Kyrie Irving, Chris Duarte's hot start and thoughts on the Pacers.Lastly, Alex and Facci discuss the update on Caris LeVert. (This was recorded before he was listed as questionable by the team for the Pacers game in Toronto.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex is back from vacation so he Facci have a lot to discuss. The guys start off today's show recapping the Pacers overtime loss to the Wizards and Myles Turner Career night. Next, the guys breakdown the Pacers big win against Miami in overtime, and highlight the play of O'Shae Brissett. To end segment 2, the guys debut their new weekly segment: The Player of the Week. In our final segment, Facci and Alex debut two more weekly segments: The Rookie Report and Mailbag Monday. After answering your questions and diving into the week that our rookies had, the guys look ahead at the 4 upcoming games this week, and share their expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show Rundown with Facci and Ed Oliver:How have the Wizards changed since last years play-in game vs Indiana Revisiting the Aaron Holiday/Isaiah Jackson draft night tradeHave the Wizards bought into defense?Key Matchups for Friday nights showdown Can anyone stop Domantas Sabonis?Where will both teams finish in the East this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci breakdown tonight's tough loss, look at the positives and negatives of tonight's game and highlight the play of Chris Duarte, Malcolm Brogdon and Domantas Sabonis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Facci brings you an in-depth Pacers Hornets Game Preview, with Spencer Percy of Buzz Beat Pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Facci is joined by Rhett Bauer as they discuss the roster cuts, preseason highs and lows, injuries and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek Schultz joins Alex Golden to discuss the Pacers team for the upcoming year, questions they have about certain players, what the ceiling of the team is and how the roster has been mostly together for three years now. Later, the guys answer all your mailbag questions, highlighting the possibility of trading for Kyrie Irving, the Pacers winning a championship and trying to piece how this roster fits together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pacers point guard, T.J. McConnell, joins Alex Golden and Facci to discuss this years Pacers team, the upcoming season, potential plans after his NBA days are over, where this team stacks up against the rest of the Eastern Conference, the new and improved coaching staff and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci discuss what's happened in preseason so far and their biggest takeaways. Why certain players have struggled and what the Pacers should do with their rotation with so many injuries to the wings. Lastly, the guys look at the roster and what position battles they're keeping an eye on and explain why Chris Duarte should be starting till Warren and LeVert are healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Facci are joined by friend of the show, Scott Agness. The guys jump into the Pacers preseason game against the Knicks, what they saw out of the rookies and how the battle for the third string point guard continues to develop. Later, the guys discuss the Edmond Sumner trade, why Brad Wanamaker was the player Indiana signed to an Exhibit-9 deal, and how he can help the Pacers moving forward. After that, the guys dive into the Ben Simmons discussion. Pros and cons to trading for someone with Ben's skillset and what other players around the league they would be more intrigued to trade for if they became available via trade. Facci and Alex closeout the show debating if the Duarte Era is ALREADY here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pacers President of Basketball Operations, Kevin Pritchard is back! On today's episode, KP addresses: Edmond Sumner being traded to the Nets, the signing of Brad Wanamaker, Injury Updates to Caris LeVert and T.J. Warren, what he loves about this coaching staff, who is stepping up as the leader of the team, building a roster of players with injury history, the potential and anticipated roles of Chris Duarte and Isaiah Jackson, what Sabonis can improve on to become an All-NBA kinda guy, improvements this team needs to make so they're not just a "tough out" and what feels different about this years Pacers team compared to others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Golden is joined by Rhett Bauer to discuss Edmond Sumner being traded to the Brooklyn Nets, what it means for the Pacers and whether or not it has anything to do with a potential Ben Simmons trade. Later, the guys look at tonight's lackluster preseason game, and share their takeaways from it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.