Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Mark Schindler to breakdown NBA Draft prospect Scottie Barnes. 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 start off today's show recapping and sharing their thoughts on what Kevin Pritchard had to say at today's season ending presser. Later, the guys share their off-season wish list. Next, Kevin Bowen joins the show to discuss his takeaways from the Pritchard presser and he shares what he would like to see done this off-season. The guys specifically touch on which center the team keeps, and if Pritchard's comments indicated that one is preferred over the other and is Bjorkgren...safe. Lastly, Alex and Facci give the fans two separate trade ideas. The guys discuss their trades and whether or not they realistically see them happening. Follow us on twitter @SettingThePace3 or on Instagram @PacersTalk 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.

Join Alex Golden, Michael Facci and Draft Analysts each week as they look at potential players the Indiana Pacers could select. 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.

On today's episode, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers loss to the Wizards and discuss what frustrated them the most about the game. Later the guys dive into what changes they think should happen over the off-season, Nate Bjorkgren's future, the Pacers being in the Draft Lottery for the first time since the 2014-2015 season and why this team can't run back the same group next 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 discuss the Pacers win over Charlotte, their upcoming game against the Washington Wizards and Malcolm Brogdon's response to a question about his relationship with Nate Bjorkgren. Facci also ends the episode with his best Sperro Dedes impersonation. 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 host the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday @ 6:30 PM for the 1st play-in game of the 2020-2021 NBA Season. The Pacers and Hornets stumbled their way into the 9th and 10th seeds, after injuries derailed both teams late in the season. These two teams are going to battle this one out for a chance to face the loser of Boston and Washington Thursday. In today's show, Alex and Facci preview this game and hit on all the interesting storylines heading into this one and done game. 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 Ti WIndisch, host of the Gyro Step podcast on Blue Wire Network to recap the Pacers-Bucks game. The three guys spend turns talking about the Pacers and Bucks, what their long term hopes are for with their teams, what the future holds for them this season, coaching candidates for possibly both teams, Malcolm Brogdon's time with Milwaukee and how it is similar and different to his time here in Indy, Turner's case for DPOY, what the Pacers can do with their roster going forward and what Giannis and the Bucks must do to have a late postseason run. 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 Jake Elrod to discuss the Pacers monster 2nd half against the East's best, Philadelphia to clinch a play-in game berth. The Pacers saw two incredible games from Domas Sabonis and Caris LeVert, and the guys look at what's been working for them as of late. Later, Alex gets Jake's thoughts on Bjorkgren's future, and they discuss what head coach candidates might make sense for the team, if Bjorkgren is fired at the end of the season. Lastly, Jake shares what he thinks the Pacers should consider doing this off-season with the 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.

Alex and Facci pickup where they left off last week and discuss: -Goga and Greg Foster -Bleacher Report Article -TJ Warren's Future with the Pacers -Why Coach Bjorkgren Has Rubbed Players, Staffers the wrong way -3 Reasons the Pacers Must Move on from Bjorkgren -Should Pritchard/Buchanan be on hot seat? -Coaching Candidates and what Front Office should be looking for -The Duo of Domas and Caris growing -Upcoming Week for the Pacers -Celtics losing Brown for season, how that impacts IND -Beal injured for Wizards, how that impacts IND -Will injured Pacers return this busy week -Teams still jockeying for playoff position all throughout league -Twitter Questions -Trade Ideas from Fans Follow us @SettingThePace3, @AlexGoldenNBA and @_Facci on Twitter 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 Woj Bomb about Bjorkgren's future. The guys discuss Brogdon and Sabonis' role in the players frustrations and look at what lies ahead for the team this off-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 Golden is joined by Mark Schindler and Rhett Bauer to discuss the future of the young guys on the Pacers: Aaron Holiday, Cassius Stanley, Edmond Sumner, Goga Bitadze and Oshae Brissett. The guys look at their strengths and weaknesses and how they fit in with this team going forward. Rhett, Mark and Alex then answer a handful of Twitter questions for today's show. 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.

As the Pacers continue to pile up injuries, the guys look at the recent 1 on 1 conversation from Kravitz and Pritchard on The Athletic. The conversation gave us some good quotes, but nothing concrete. The guys look at what the team could do with their roster this off-season. Later, Alex goes LIVE on LockerRoom to discuss the Pacers loss to Brooklyn. Alex hits on Alize Johnson's big game, Durant dropping 42 and the Pacers dropping another two player with injuries to Malcolm and JaKarr. 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 back and they hit on a numerous amount of topics for todays show: -Can a young core of Goga, Sumner and Brissett be a bench core for a playoff contender? -Who is the better player: LeVert or Brogdon -Why Aaron Holiday is getting inconsistent playing time -Game Previews against Portland and Brooklyn -Draft Prospects Series: Looking at the pros and cons to Ziaire Smith's and Franz Wagner's games -Ceiling of Ed and Oshae -Should the Pacers trade more than one of the centers this season? -Play-In Tournament: Do the guys feel confident playing against any of the teams in that 7-12 range? If the Pacers do wind up with the 7th or 8th seed, who do the guys think Indiana matches up with best in a playoff series? 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 was a guest on The Uncontested Pod (OKC Podcast) with Jacob Kniffen after tonight's game. The audio is from their Locker Room App post game show. The guys talk about the game, the season for both teams, Domantas Sabonis evolving into an All-Star, the Pacers-Thunder Trade History, potential draft prospects and a little fun with Tankathon.com. Later, Facci interviews Sports Illustrated's Rohan Nadkarni about his piece on Caris LeVert and his return from surgery. Follow us on Twitter @SettingThePace3, @AlexGoldenNBA & @_Facci #LetsGoPacers #SettingThePace #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.

Mike Facci and Alex Golden respond to the news of Indiana signing Oshae Brissett to a 3-year deal, discuss the injuries that have occurred to the Pacers team, who the face of the franchise is currently and why Alex thinks fans should keep an eye on trading one of the centers to Toronto. Next, the guys respond to your suggested topics and answer your questions. Facci and Alex spend a large amount of time discussing Brogdon's future, Goga's growth and what that means, the issues with Bjorkgren and his system, draft prospects they like and what this roster would have to look like to be a legit championship contender. 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 host of The Ride with JMV from 107.5 the fan. Alex and JMV dive into the Pacers struggles this season, why fans are turned off by this team, then JMV shares why he thinks Myles is the guy who will get moved, but isn't sure to where. Alex throws out ideas of where he could be dealt, with teams that could use an upgrade at center. The guys discuss Warren's absence, what his presence would've meant to the team. The ups and downs from Bjorkgren this season, and why fans turned on Myles earlier in his career. JMV also asks if this team would be better with Hayward. Later the guys discuss what a high draft pick would do to this franchise, if players leave because they lack trust in the front office (Vic and PG), the lack of a veteran presence and the lack of athleticism on the roster. Lastly, the guys share funny stories about their names, what they ultimately thinks happens with this team, Turner's value as the glue guy and what dealing him might do to the franchise for the 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.

Longtime writer for the Indiana Pacers, Mark Montieth, joins Alex Golden for a 1 on 1 conversation to reflect and remember the great life of Bobby Slick Leonard. Who can hear conversations with Slick Leonard on Mark Montieth's website: MarkMontieth.com 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.

Join Alex and Facci as they recap the Pacers winning streak, look at the upcoming schedule, discuss if Caris LeVert will fit with this team longterm, the recent play of Aaron Holiday, whether or not the Pacers will win if they're in the play in game and end the show giving their Top 5 list of most interesting players to watch 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 went LIVE on Locker Room App to recap the Pacers game against the Bulls. Tyler Smith, who covers the Pacers for IndySportsLegends.com, joined the show to recap the game and share his thoughts on the teams future for this season and the off-season. Throughout the show, the guys discussed a number of topics about the team's future, why packing it in this season might be the best long term decision, whether or not Bjorkgren could be on the hot seat next season if the team struggles, how much pressure is Pritchard under, pros and cons to picking Turner or Sabonis as the solo center...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.

After the Pacers win in San Antonio Alex Golden is joined by Rhett Bauer and Mark Schindler to discuss: Aaron Holiday's play of late, the growth of Edmond Sumner, TJ McConnell's reputation as a good defender, Caris LeVert's post game comments, the pros to only keeping one center, which center should they keep and have we seen enough this season to make a definitive decision, Goga's growth and if it makes one of TurBonis expendable and lastly, the guys make predictions on if the Pacers will finish above .500 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 are joined by Mark Montieth to recap the Pacers meltdown in the 4th quarter, what is the cause of their unsuccessful play, the issues with the makeup of this roster, whether or not McConnell should be playing as much as he is and what the ultimate ceiling is for this team with a healthy T.J. Warren. 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 jump right into Indiana's horrific game against the Wizards. The guys discuss what went wrong and why it was such a horrific loss. Next, Chris Denari comes on to discuss the game, the Trade Deadline, the recent play of the team, the LeVert trade, Oladipo not playing, answers your mailbag questions and shares his favorite moment with Quinn this season. Later, Alex and Facci discuss Oladipo missing Wednesday's game against the Pacers, and whether or not they'll ever see Oladipo against Indiana in a Miami 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 Golden discusses the news he heard on the team regarding the Trade 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.

Facci and Alex start off the show playing a new game called "Who he ALMOST TRADE for"! Next, the guys recap the Pacers monster win in Dallas.Next, the guys look at the upcoming week and discuss the big games ahead. The guys go in depth on whether or not Oladipo will play in the Wednesday game against the Heat, and what that rivalry means.Lastly, Alex and Facci discuss whether or not the Pacers could win a playoff series. With so much uncertainty with seeds 4-10, the guys look at the best case scenario for the 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.

Alex and Facci kick off the show discussing the NBA Trade Deadline, and how the moves impacted the Pacers. The guys look closely at the Victor Oladipo trade and compare it to the deal Indiana made for him, potential buyout candidates with the departure of Jalen Lecque and what the T.J. Warren injury means for the current Pacers team. Later, Alex is joined by Derek Schultz to discuss the news of Oshae Brissett, the Pacers inactivity at the deadline, the reason Derek said this team was "boring" in a tweet a few weeks ago, the missed draft picks that have set this team back over the last 4 seasons and why Pacers fans should give Bjorkgren a longer time to prove himself with a healthy roster + the reason you should be monitoring this team closely down the stretch of the season: 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.

Facci and Alex are back to discuss all the rumors that came out today on two of the Pacers best players: Domantas Sabonis and Malcolm Brogdon. The guys look at what players could be moved by the deadline and possibly the off-season, the players who might not like the new system and what adjustments Bjorkgren would have to make if the Pacers went with one center over the TurBonis duo. Also, Alex shares a rumored Mavericks trade proposal that involved both Brogdon and 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.

Alex and Facci start off today's show with some love to the Pacers for their South Beach sweep against the Heat. The guys look at how the team played and how this series can be a building block for the future. Later in the segment, the guys discuss the decision of Bjorkgren to not play Myles during the 4th, and why the Sabonis vs Turner conversation needs to halt. Next, the guys debate who is holding Aaron Holiday back from untapping his full potential, as well as look at his trade value and potential guys that would make sense for the team. Later, Facci and Alex recap the night to forget in Milwaukee, and look at how the 3rd quarter for LeVert could be something he can build upon going forward. Lastly. To all of our subscribers, it helps us out tremendously if you can download the episode you're listening too. We just released some new merchandise as well! Head on over to @AlexGoldenNBA's twitter to see the pinned tweet of the brand new Pacers shirt. 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 displaying their frustrations with this team. Alex suggests that while we like all of these players individual that they might not be the greatest fit together. Next, Giancarlo Navas of The Miami Heat Beat podcast, joins Alex and Facci for a little Pacers Heat Preview. Later, Facci goes one-on-one with Keith Smith about The Trade Deadline and potential Buyout Candidates. 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 displaying their frustrations with this team. Alex suggests that while we like all of these players individual that they might not be the greatest fit together. Next, Giancarlo of The Miami Heat Beat podcast joins Alex and Facci for a little Pacers Heat Preview. Later, Facci goes one-on-one with Keith Smith about The Trade Deadline and potential Buyout Candidates. 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 displaying their frustrations with this team. Alex suggests that while we like all of these players individual that they might not be the greatest fit together. Next, Giancarlo of The Miami Heat Beat podcast joins Alex and Facci for a little Pacers Heat Preview. Later, Facci goes one-on-one with Keith Smith about The Trade Deadline and potential Buyout Candidates. 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 failed to show up in the 4th quarter against Denver, so Alex and Facci look at what was the cause of that, why the Turner-less minutes were atrocious and debate what was the cause of Sabonis' frustrations after being pulled from the game. Later, Alex and Facci read J Michael's latest article on teams calling about Turner. The guys then discuss if moving Turner is a good or a bad idea. The guys close out the show discussing Bjelica linked to Indiana via The Athletic and LeVert's first game in Indiana against his former 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.

Facci and Alex react to the Caris LeVert's Pacers Debut. Later, the guys discuss Jeremy Lamb's play of late, and look at potential trades that could make sense for the 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.

To kick off the show, Alex is joined by Tony East to reflect on the first half of the Pacers season, and the guys discuss some things to look forward to in the 2nd half of the season as well as discuss some different trade deadline scenarios for the Pacers. Later, Facci and Alex are joined by former Pacers big man, Antonio Davis. Davis relives some of the great moments in Pacers history, his departure for Toronto, the pros and cons of playing in a small market and then Antonio sits on the hot seat and answers some rapid fire 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.

Facci and Alex start off the show with the recent news of Cassius Stanley entering the Slam Dunk Contest, along with Sabonis replacing Kevin Durant on the East All-Star Team. Next, the guys give their thoughts on what Zach Lowe and Chris Herring had to say about the Pacers team. Later, the guys look at 4-things from the losing streak, including the conversation of starting Sumner for McDermott.Next, Scott Agness joins the show to discuss the Pacers recent woes, whether or not we will see T.J. Warren at all this season and the process of LeVert's return. Scott also discusses the possibility of starting Sumner, whether or not the Pacers should look at GR3 or Lance Stephenson as potential Free Agent additions to help this team during this struggle and why people need to hold their horses on the Fire Bjorkgren train.Lastly, Alex and Facci introduce a few new segments: This Day in Pacers History, Tweet(s) of the Week and Pacers Hot Takes! 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 things and recap the loss to the Warriors, and read off the numerous amount of hot takes that Pacers Twitter had for the show. Later, Kevin Bowen joins to discuss the Pacers overall season, the things he's liked and hasn't liked and what this team's future looks like. 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 heated up after the Indiana Pacers failed to get an All-Star into the game. The guys discuss the frustration of not having one All-Star, the player(s) they feel should not have made it and what do we think coaches really evaluate and value when selecting the reserves. Later, the guys jump into some MAILBAG questions about the team! The topics are: Brogdon's true position, most impressive/least impressive Pacer this season, Gordon Hayward trade idea revisited, adding forward depth and the struggles of TurBonis. 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, Mark and Rhett are back! The guys jump right into the firing of Ryan Saunders and the hiring of Chris Finch. After that, the guys look at what an awesome campaign Myles ran for his hometown state of Texas.Next, the guys discuss their thought process on how they selected their 2021 NBA All-Star reserves. Will any Pacers player make the final cut? The guys debate if a Pacers player should make it, and what players could be competing for a spot against Indiana's candidates.Lastly, the guys look at the San Antonio Spurs play this season and Rhett and Mark ask for forgiveness on their Dejounte Murray to the Pacers campaign from this off-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.

Pacers President of Basketball Operations joins the show to discuss the updated injury news on LeVert and Warren, the growth of so many players individually this season, the lack of credit that Myles Turner gets and how important he is to the defense, how Sabonis is so important to the offense, Malcolm Brogdon's relationship with Bjorkgren, the reason he thinks the Pacers have struggled recently, why he is so emphatically excited about this core when healthy, addressing the TJ Leaf experience and the pros and cons of constant player movement in the league. 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.

Jake Elrod from Pacers Brawl joins Facci to recap Saturday's victory over the Hawks. Later, Jason Patt from BlogABull.com joins Facci to preview tonight's tilt against the Chicago Bulls.Please Rate, Review and Subscribe to the Podcast if you haven't already! We appreciate your support. #LetsGoPacers 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 JJ and Pat to discuss the Pacers recent play, the overall trajectory of the team, the improved play of Goga Bitadze, and a behind the scenes conversation with JJ on his informercials for Sabonis, Turner and Brogdon.Later, Facci and Alex look forward to the Pacers-Hawks game and discuss some of their favorite moments within the last 100 episodes. At the end, the guys talk about the new STP Logo and potential merch for 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.

Facci and Alex start off today's show discussing the new of Bill Bayno. After that, the guys dive into the current state of the Pacers answering 5 important questions!Questions/Topics: Brogdon's Struggles, Why Rebounding is always a problem, areas the Pacers have regressed since the hot start to the season, possible changes to the starting lineup and rotation and the longterm outlook on Turbonis with Goga! 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 joined by Mark and Rhett to discuss the Pacers struggles of late and try to figure out what areas the team could improve upon. The guys also spend some time praising the play of Goga Bitadze. 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.

In Segment 1, Facci talks with Josh Eberly about the NBA All-Star Game. The guys discuss if there should even be an All-Star game this season, where Sabonis ranks amongs the rest of the Eastern All-Star candidates, likely All-Star snubs, and possible NBA All-Star surprises.Next, Facci is joined by Christian Clark of NOLA.com to do a Pacers-Pelicans Preview. This will be the last game the Pacers and Pelicans will play this season. The last time Indiana played New Orelans, Indiana won on the road, in an epic comeback OT thriller, capped off by a Brogdon game winner over Eric Bledsoe, Great insight on how the Pelicans have been playing and the season that Zion Williamson is having. 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.

In the first segment, Alex and Facci talk about the bounce back win against Memphis, all the good that came with the W, the few critical takeaways from tonight's game and the incredibly efficient night from the Pacers core.Next, the guys dive into the Pacers chances of landing an All-Star and what players they feel don't deserve the All-Star bid, but will probably get it over potential Pacers. The guys closeout the segment previewing the Pacers tough matchup against the Bucks.Lastly, Facci gives his thoughts on the Beal trade idea, and the guys discuss why keeping this current core intact for the future makes the most sense, and how it could be reminiscent to the prior eras of successful playoff Pacers' teams. 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.

In segment 1, Alex, Mark and Rhett discuss the recent struggles for the Indiana Pacers and what's been the cause of their 7-8 January record.Later, the guys discuss Rhett's article on 8pts9secs where he made a hypothetical trade that had a Sabonis package being sent to Washington for Bradley Beal. The guys discuss the pros and cons of making a move like this and how Pacers Twitter and Pacers Facebook reacted to this hypothetical trade idea.Follow us @SettingThePace3 on Twitter and @pacerstalk on Instagram. Follow Alex Golden @AlexGoldenNBA and Mike Facci @_Facci.Thanks for listening to our Pacers Podcast! 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.

Michael J. Facci is joined by Spencer Percy from Buzz Beat Podcast to recap the Pacers 116-106 win over the Hornets. The guys then preview Game 2 of the mini series.Next, Facci is joined by Dunks and Discourse co-host, Jabari Ali Davis to discuss the Pacers recent success, how many All-Stars there are on the team and what this team will look like when fully healthy. To close it out, the look at the rest of the league, focusing on some of the upper echelon teams and the teams that have struggled to start the 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.

We have a LOADED show for you today. In segment 1, Alex and Facci hit on the injury updates to LeVert and Sabonis, and touch on why Lamb is on track to win 6th Man of the Year, although just a small sample size.In segment 2, Alex and Facci discuss the star level of play from Malcolm Brogdon. His relationship with Coach Bjorkgren and how his leadership is huge for the growth of this team. The guys close out this segment discussing the level of play Myles Turner has been playing at. What has changed this season from prior seasons, and why he should be in the All-Star conversation.Lastly, the guys touch on the young players getting minutes, what the future is for all of them, and why Aaron Holiday is stuck in a weird spot on this roster. Alex and Facci close out the show previewing the Hornets game for Wednesday and reflect on the life of NBA TV Analyst and former Indy Star Pacers Beat Writer, Sekou Smith. 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 Mark Schindler, Rhett Bauer and Tony East to answer questions about the present and future of the Indiana Pacers.Topics:-TurBonis-How do Warren and LeVert fit with each other-Why fans are pessimistic on Goga-The Likes and Dislikes of Nate Bjorkgren so far-Likely Roster Moves This Season-Long term thoughts on the new starting 5-What area does the Pacers roster lack-How high is this Pacers team ceiling 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.

On today's episode, Alex and Facci discuss the numerous amount of injuries that continue to pile up for the team. LeVert speak to the media, Turner gets good news about his hand fracture and why Pacers fans should be patient with Goga and not write him off. Later, the guys discuss the improved play of Edmond Sumner, the hot streak McDermott has been on and what it will take for Aaron Holiday to be more consistent. Lastly, the guys discuss the thin depth chart at the wing position with LeVert and Warren out, and if they should acquire wing depth via trade or Free Agency. 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 Michael Grady to discuss the injury news of Caris LeVert, who he is as a player, who LeVert is a person and what the Pacers and LeVert's ceiling is. 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.