
Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast
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Ep 198189. Howard Beck on the Caris LeVert Trade
Facci goes one on one with Howard Beck to breakdown the trades that occurred Wednesday, sending Victor Oladipo to Houston and Caris LeVert to the Indiana Pacers. Howard discusses where he sees the Pacers amongst the rest of the Eastern Conference, and looks at the overall job from the Pacers front office. 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.
Ep 197188. EMERGENCY POD: Thank you Victor, Welcome Caris
Wow. What a crazy day to be a #Pacers fan. The Indiana Pacers trade former All-Star Victor Oladipo to the Houston Rockets, in a four team deal, that lands them Caris LeVert and a 2nd round pick. Alex Golden and Mike Facci recap this blockbuster trade.Follow us on Twitter @AlexGoldenNBA; @_Facci and @SettingThePace3 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.
Ep 196187. Pacers Fall To Kings: Missing McConnell, Starting Lineup Change, Myles MUST Close Games + Warriors Preview
Alex Golden is joined by AJ Reese and Aaron Braaksma (Naptown Hoops) to discuss the Pacers loss to the Kings and to preview the Pacers-Warriors 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.
Ep 195186. West Coast Road Trip Preview; What Went Wrong Against Phoenix + Will Victor Play Back-To-Backs?
Alex Golden is joined by Mark Schindler and Rhett Bauer to recap the Pacers-Suns game. The guys discuss what went wrong in the loss, the struggles from Aaron Holiday, whether or not Bjorkgren should have rolled longer with the bench unit that closed the lead in the 4th and how impressive the Suns were as a team.The guys then discuss the Pacers upcoming road trip. In this conversation, the guys highlight if Victor will play back-to-back games, and if he doesn't, who could see his minutes. McConnell not available for Game 1 of the road trip in Sacramento, Oubre's horrific shooting numbers for Golden State, McCollum's All-Star level season in Portland, the rematch against Phoenix, and another game against the beloved/hated Paul George.Lastly, the guys discuss Jeremy Lamb's possible return this month, and how many wins it will take, to consider this a successful road trip.If you are listening to this episode, help us out by sharing with other Pacers fans, and hitting the download button. Hope you have a safe and blessed week. Go 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.
Ep 194185. The Prez is evolving into a STAR; Should Aaron be the 5th Starter? + How this season impacts Oladipo long term with Scott Agness
Alex and Facci start off the show highlighting the phenomenal week from Malcolm Brogdon, and how he is evolving into an absolute STAR for the Pacers. The guys transition and discuss the consistent play of Sabonis, the Mission that Myles Turner is on, why we were too quick to write off McConnell's importance to this team and they end the first segment answering some social media questions.Next, Scott Agness joins the show to recap the Pacers big wins, the concern of overloading minutes on the Pacers starting 5, Oladipo's first 8 games and how this season could impact his long term future. Should Aaron be the Pacers 5th starter, injury update on Doug McDermott. Expectations for when Lamb and Goga may return and Lance Stephenson entering the G-League Draft. 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.
Ep 193184. Pacers win THRILLER over Pelicans! Rockets Preview with Jackson Gatlin and Eddie Gill
Mike Facci has on Eddie Gill to recap the Pacers epic overtime victory over the New Orleans Pelicans and the Pacers early season success. Next, Jackson Gatlin comes on to give us a Pacers-Rockets Preview. It's a GREAT time to be a fan of the NEW and IMPROVED Indiana Pacers!Follow us on Twitter: @SettingThePace3; @_Facci; @AlexGoldenNBA 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.
Ep 192183. Weekly Recap: Warren's Injury, Bjorkgren's Rotations, Rebounding + Pelicans Preview
Alex is joined by Mark and Rhett to recap the Pacers previous week, highlighting the good and the bad and ways the team can adjust without 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.
Ep 191182. Is Oladipo Back? Cavs-Pacers Preview, Warren's Injury, + NBA Villains with Zak Noble
Alex Golden is joined by Zak Noble to discuss the Cavaliers early season success, Victor Oladipo's All-Star level of play this season, Myles Turner early season case for DPOY, TJ Warren's foot injury, TJ McConnell's impactful play, Brogdon's steadiness, Ceiling for this Pacers team with a healthy roster, NBA Villains and a little NBA talk about the Warriors, Pascal Siakam and James Wiseman.Be sure to follow us on twitter @SettingThePace3 and follow Alex on twitter @AlexGoldenNBA 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.
Ep 190181. Pacers Are Rolling To Start The Year + Pacers Celtics Round 2 Preview
Alex Golden is joined by Mark Schindler and Rhett Bauer to discuss the Pacers 3-game winning streak. In that conversation they discuss things that have stood out, areas the Pacers can improve and likes/dislikes with the team so far. Later, the guys discuss the big game winning shot from Sabonis, preview Round 2 of Pacers-Celtics and dive into the NBA Corner for the last 10ish minutes of the 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.
Ep 189180. Power Ranking The 2020-2021 Pacers
Merry Christmas everyone! On today's episode, Alex Golden is joined by Jake Elrod to Power Rank the 17 Pacers on the 2020-2021 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.
Ep 188179. Pacers Beat Knicks + Career Night for Sabonis
The Pacers start off the season getting a victory over the Knicks! Sabonis led the way with a career high 32-points. Alex Golden is joined by David Cole to discuss this victory, and the guys do their best to not entirely overreact to the first game of the season!Merry Christmas Eve everyone. Wishing you all a safe and Happy Holiday season. Let's Go 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.
Ep 187178. Pacers Season and Opening Night Preview with Scott Agness
Alex Golden is joined by Scott Agness and the guys go back and forth discussing things they are looking forward to seeing on opening night and for the entirety of the NBA 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.
Ep 186177. Harden to Indy? NBA Extensions, NBA Predictions, Goga Injured + Does Bjorkgren's System Fit This Roster?
Rhett Bauer and Mark Schindler join Alex Golden to talk all things NBA, giving their predictions for the entire NBA this season, hypothetical conversations about James Harden to Indiana, what players will enter Restricted Free Agency after not being extended Monday, another setback for Goga and whether or not the Pacers roster as currently constructed is the right roster for Bjorkgren's system. 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.
Ep 185176. Chris Denari + PODCAST ANNOUNCEMENT
Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Chris Denari to discuss the small sample size of the Bjorkgren Era in the first 2 Pre-Season games, the young guys getting more of an opportunity to showcase their talent, injury update on McDermott, Oladipo's progress, where the Pacers stack amongst the rest of the East and a NEW Kinetico commercial is on the 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.
Ep 184175. Recapping the Pacers First Preseason Game with Rhett Bauer
Alex Golden is joined by Rhett Bauer to discuss the Pacers first preseason game with Cleveland. The guys share what they liked, didn't like and what they want to see more of in the upcoming games. Alex and Rhett discuss the rotation Bjorkgren used, and how it could be altered once Goga and Warren return to action. 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.
Ep 183174. Derek Kramer of iPacers Blog on Upcoming Pacers Season
Alex Golden is joined by Derek Kramer of iPacers Blog to discuss the upcoming preseason and season. Alex and Derek highlight what they'd like to see from the starting 5 this year, and what opportunities the young players will have to showcase their talents. Lastly, the guys discuss why moving on from McMillan is similar to other head coaches who were let go after successful seasons, and if Nate Bjorkgren is the right replacement for the job. 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.
Ep 182173. A Pacers Christmas Wishlist
As the Pacers are just days away from the beginning of the regular season, Alex and Facci share their Pacers Christmas Wishlist for the upcoming season. The guys close the show briefly sharing some thoughts on training camp. 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.
Ep 181172. Season Expectations: Where Does Indiana Rank Amongst the Improved Eastern Conference?
With Training Camp underway, the players and coaches have spoken to the media, and there are nothing but positive vibes coming from the Indiana Pacers. Although being overlooked by analysts and TV Personalities, the Pacers are a team that will be a tough out for anyone this season. We are just a few weeks away from the debut of the Bjorkgren Era, so Alex and Facci discuss what they think this season will look like for the Pacers. The guys discuss different possible scenarios for this team, and where they ultimately see this team finishing after it's all said and done.Be sure to give us a 5.0 rating and a review if you are enjoying the Podcast! We appreciate the wonderful Pacers fans who support Setting The Pace! 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.
Ep 180171. J Michael on the Pacers off-season, Turner, Oladipo and the upcoming season
Indy Star's J Michael, joins Alex Golden to discuss the Pacers off-season, the upcoming Pacers season, Myles Turner's value and longevity with the team and what to watch for with Oladipo this upcoming 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.
Ep 179170. Jeremiah Johnson + Rhett Bauer on Free Agency, Re-Signing of Justin Holiday & the Upcoming Season
Michael Facci is joined by the worlds greatest sideline reporter, Jeremiah Johnson to discuss the re-signing of Justin Holiday, along with the upcoming season. Later, Facci is joined by Rhett Bauer of 8pts9secs to discuss the quiet off-season Indiana had and where the Pacers stack up against the rest of the East on paper. 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.
Ep 178169. Pacers Don't Land Hayward, The Leaf Era is Over + What's Next for Indiana?
Alex Golden and Kent Sterling discuss the Pacers off-season, highlight Hayward getting abundantly paid by Charlotte, Indiana discussing a Sign and Trade with Fred VanVleet, the rumored interest in Bogdan Bogdanovic, salary dumping TJ Leaf and what to look forward to with this Pacers team heading into the 2020-2021 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.
Ep 177168. Pacers Draft Cassius Stanley, Gordon Hayward Opts Out, Alize Becomes Free Agent, Off-Season Talk w/ Mark Montieth + Brian Horace from DukeBlogger.com
Loaded show for you today. Facci and Alex recap the Pacers draft, discuss Gordon Hayward opting out of his contract to become a Free Agent and why this impacts Indiana's Free Agency and the sad news that Alize Johnson is now a Free Agent. (1-minute mark)In segment 2, Mark Montieth joins the show to discuss the Pacers upcoming off-season, the weird way that Oladipo has handled things, making moves vs not making moves and his interest in the Pacers Cassius Stanley. (20-minute mark)In segment 3, the guys get educated on who Cassius Stanley is from long time Duke blogger, Brian Horace. Brian discusses why he was completely shocked that Stanley fell to 54 and believes that he has the work ethic and skillset to be a successful player in this league. (51:30) 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.
Ep 176167. Offseason Preview with Tony East & Mark Schindler
Alex Golden is joined by Tony East and Mark Schindler to discuss the preview the Pacers upcoming offseason. The guys discuss Oladipo, Turner, J. Holiday, The Draft, Salary Cap implications, and players who are free agents or are on the trading block. 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.
Ep 175166. Oladipo Rumors Are Heating Up
On today's podcast, Alex is joined by Tyler Smith to recap the eventful Oladipo news from J Michael's article in the Indy Star, as well as the twitter interaction between Victor Oladipo's sister Victoria, Myles Turner and several members of Pacers Twitter. The guys discuss how they would handle the Oladipo situation and what to look for next as we approach the NBA Draft and 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.
Ep 174165. Indiana's Most Important Questions for Next Season+ Keith Smith on the NBA Restart
Alex and Facci discuss some of the most important questions about the future of this Pacers team under new coach, Nate Bjorkgren, The guys dive into what Bjorkgren must do, to be more impactful than Nate McMillan was.Next, Facci is joined by Yahoo! Sports NBA writer, Keith Smith to discuss the Pacers and the NBA Restart. 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.
Ep 173164. Jrue Holiday Talk with David Grubb + Mark Schindler on the Pacers 2020-2021 Season
In segment 1, Mark Schindler joins Alex Golden to discuss the Pacers current state, our gut feeling on what the Pacers do this off-season, Justin Holiday's interest in resigning, news on Bill Bayno, players we like in the 2nd round of the NBA draft and MORE! (Segment 1: 45-minutes)In segment 2, Alex Golden is joined by David Grubb to learn more about why Jrue Holiday is on the trading block, what his overall value is, what he believes the Pelicans would want in return for Jrue and discusses if the Pacers have the right assets to complete a Jrue Holiday trade. (Segment 2: 32-minutes) 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.
Ep 172163. Pacers Future Salary Situation, Turner for Jrue Holiday + Greg Foster Hired as Assistant Coach
Alex Golden is joined by Mark Schindler to discuss the Pacers Salary Cap Situation if they keep their roster intact and extend Oladipo. The guys discuss what they would want in a Turner trade, if Indiana wanted to gain some sort of Cap Relief. Later, Alex and Mark ponder if trading for Jrue Holiday would be a good fit with Oladipo, Brogdon, Sabonis and Warren, if it would impact Oladipo's decision to stay and if the Pacers have the assets to acquire a Jrue Holiday. Lastly, Alex discusses the Mark Stein news of Indiana hiring Greg Foster as an Assistant Coach for Nate Bjokren's staff. 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.
Ep 171162. Minor Trade Ideas (No Starters) + why Indiana has the BEST Trade Package for Buddy Hield w/ Matt George from Locked on Kings
While it's fun to fire up monster trades in the Trade Machine, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at some minor trade ideas the Pacers could make to really help this team for the future and for the present. Next, Alex and Facci are joined by Matt George of Locked on Kings to get the rundown on Buddy Hield, and why Indiana is a perfect trade partner for the lights out shooter. 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.
Ep 170161. What's The Infatuation with Buddy Hield? Draft Talk with Matt Babcock
In today's episode, Alex and Kent open up the show discussing Danny Manning (2:30) as an assistant coach candidate, Dan Burke heading to Philly (5:40) and Nate McMillan wanting to coach again as an assistant. Next, Alex and Kent talk about the reports of Indiana and Milwaukee discussing a deal for Oladipo (8:02), whether he makes sense with Giannis and what the Bucks would likely give up. The guys then debate whether or not the NBA should restart in December or January (18:30), and what the ramifications might be for a late start. To end the segment, Kent asks Alex why he's so intrigued by Buddy Hield (37:00). The guys discuss why Hield makes sense, and if Indiana decides to extend Oladipo and NOT trade Turner, where that puts them at financially going forward.In segment 2, Alex is joined by Matt Babcock to discuss the upcoming NBA Draft (49:40). Matt shares his sleepers, who he likes for the Pacers at 54, teams that are looking to move off of their draft position, and what players Indiana could target if they move into the early part of the 2nd round. 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.
Ep 169160. Chris Denari + Top 10 NBA Draft Prospects
Alex and Facci start today's show off discussing NBA Draft prospects they like! During this 30-minute first segment, the guys share multiple players they like in the Top 3, the lottery, the mid to late first round and a few players that could be available in the 2nd round.Later, the voice of Fox Sports Indiana, Chris Denari joins the show to discuss the hiring of Nate Bjorkgren, the NBA Bubble, the current roster and why Chris is bullish on the two bigs, broadcasting games from a remote location and the NBA restart. To close out the segment, Alex, Facci and Chris share their stories of adopting a rescue dog, and why listeners should be a part of Adopt A Rescue Dog Month. 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.
Ep 168159. Locked on Pacers & Indy Cornrows Crossover Podcast
Alex Golden is joined by Locked on Pacers host, Tony East and Indy Cornrows Podcast host, Mark Schindler to discuss all things Pacers. To open up the show, the guys share their thoughts on the new coaching hire, the NBA season potentially starting before Christmas Day and what players could flourish in Bjorkgren's new system.Next, (25:00) the guys discuss potential names that could be added to Bjorkgren's coaching staff, and whether or not Chris Finch makes sense. (32:20) The guys then discuss potential Free Agents that would make sense for the Pacers, specifically only using the MLE. The guys discuss what type of contract Sabonis would have received had he not signed his contract extension last offseason. (42:20).(46:30) In the last portion of the podcast, Alex asks Mark and Tony to play a game! In the game, Mark and Tony will be given 12 different players, and the guys have to answer if they think the Pacers would make a trade for said player and whether or not they'd like them on the Pacers. (Teaser of players discussed: Hield, Hayward, 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.
Ep 167158. How will a shortened offseason impact the Pacers? + MORE Bjorkgren talk
Kent and Alex open up the show discussing Kent's thoughts on the Pacers coaching hire, the future of Myles Turner and what the shortened offseason will mean for the Pacers...Alex then asks Kent about Kevin Pritchard's comments on Victor Oladipo, the players he is most excited to see with Bjorkgren as coach and what are the Pacers expectations for what could be another strange NBA 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.
Ep 166157. Learning more about Nate Bjorkgren with Kelsea O'Brien + Reactions to Press Conference & Victor's Future with Tyler Smith
In today's episode, Alex Golden is joined by Tyler Smith in segment 1 to recap today's press conference with new coach Nate Bjorkgren and Pacers President of Basketball Operations, Kevin Pritchard.In Segment 2, Alex and Tyler are joined by Kelsea O'Brien who covers the NBA and G-League for Toronto. She goes into detail on the Pacers new head coach, and what Pacers fans can expect with him going forward.In Segment 3, Alex and Tyler discuss what the Pacers should do with Victor Oladipo and what his future in Indiana 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.
Ep 165156. Pacers Hire Nate Bjorkgren
After several weeks of dissecting the multiple coaching candidates, Kevin Pritchard and the Pacers front office made their decision, plucking away Nick Nurse's assistant, Nate Bjorkgren. Facci and Alex respond to the news, and share their thoughts on what the future of the Pacers team will look like, with Bjorkgren as the new head coach.Be sure to tune in tomorrow, as Tyler Smith will join Alex Golden to recap Bjorkgren's media Zoom call, and @Kelsea_Lately who covers the G-League and the Raptors will join to inform us on what we can expect from Bjorkgren. 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.
Ep 164155. Pacers Mailbag + Your Trade Ideas!
Alex and Kent are locked in and ready to answer all of your Pacers questions and analyze all of your trade ideas. In this action packed episode, the guys look at different topics for the Pacers offseason, specifically Oladipo's future, the coaching search and players that could be had via trade. 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.
Ep 163154. Dinwiddie heads to Philly, Coaching Search is Narrowed + Off-Season Expectations
Mark Schindler from the Indy Cornrows Podcast joins Alex Golden to discuss what Peter Dinwiddie's departure means for the Pacers and if the Pacers will fill his role. Next, Alex and Mark discuss the recent coaching candidate reports, whether Finch would accept an assistant role under Billups and what Dan Craig's background and upbringing would be like for the Pacers. Lastly, Alex and Mark layout their expectations for this upcoming off-season. Why they think players will be moved and what they want for the future of this 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.
Ep 162153. Top 10 Free Agents + Chris Finch?
In today's episode, Facci and Alex discuss the recent news from Kevin O'Connor that Chris Finch is the "front-runner" for the Pacers head coaching job, and share their thoughts on him (1:01). They close out segment one wishing Pacers legend Jermaine O'Neal a Happy Birthday, and sing a duet for JO (6:15).Lastly, the guys jump into their Top 10 lists of possible Free Agents the Pacers could sign this off-season (10:10). 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.
Ep 161152. Upcoming Off-Season Questions
In today's episode Kent and Alex start off the show discussing the news from Scott Agness that Dan Burke will not be back, but Bill Bayno might (3:45). The guys closeout the segment Power Ranking the 7-coaching candidates (9:00) and Power Rank the Top 5 Places they expect Victor Oladipo to be next season (18:20).In Segment 2, Kent and Alex discuss what type of offense they would like to see the Pacers play next season (26:00), what team they could model their roster build after (33:30) and which is the best way for the Pacers to acquire a "star" (42:45).In Segment 3, (48:40) Kent and Alex close out the show discussing who/what the Pacers best assets are aside from last years projected Starting 5 (Brogdon, Oladipo, Warren, Sabonis and Turner) and discuss what Aaron Holiday, Jeremy Lamb and Goga Bitadze need to improve up on the most for next season (101:03). 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.
Ep 160151. Myles Turner Trade Ideas + Learning D'Antoni's System
Alex and Facci kick off today's show discussing how the Pacers have way to many finalists for their head coaching vacancy and look at the proposed Pacers-Warriors-Hawks trade, which would land Indiana with the 2nd overall pick. (1:02)Next, Alex and Facci dive into Myles Turner Trade Ideas. Cleveland, Charlotte, San Antonio, Dallas, New Orleans, Houston and Sacramento are potential landing spots for Turner. (13:09)Lastly, Alex is joined by Jackson Gatlin to look at how the Pacers roster would work in a D'Antoni offense. Jackson breaks down how Sabonis and Warren would be used, and if Malcolm would make sense as the primary ball handler. The Jackson shares a few potential Turner trade ideas, that lands the Rockets Myles Turner. The guys close out the show pondering if trading Olaipo and Turner together makes more sense, than dealing them separately. (45:42) 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.
Ep 159150. Oladipo and Turner's Trade Value + Six Coaching Finalists Named
In today's show, Alex and Kent discuss the 6 coaching candidates that have been tied to the Pacers coaching search (1:45). Dave Joerger makes a strong impression on the Pacers in first set of interviews (3:45), would Joerger be a good Assistant Head Coach under Chauncey (6:00) and what does Doc Rivers going to the 76ers mean for the Pacers (13:00).Next, Alex and Kent discuss Oladipo's appearance on Fat Joe's Instagram Live video (18:40) and debate whether or not the Pacers should trade him before the season starts, before the Trade Deadline or not trade him at all (26:30).Lastly, Alex and Kent discuss what they would like in return for Myles and/or Victor in an off-season trade and would Buddy Hield be a good fit in Indiana? (40:20). Does it make sense to pair them, trade them separately or not trade them at all (49:00). 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.
Ep 158149. Grady on Oladipo Rumors and the Pacers Coaching Search
On today's episode of STP, Alex Golden is joined by Michael Grady (formerly with 1070 The Fan) to discuss the recent rumors around Victor Oladipo. The guys go into a lengthy conversation on whether or not the Pacers should "rebuild" their roster and what type of moves they could make with dealing both Oladipo and Turner. Lastly, Grady looks at who the Pacers could have interest in, with their new coaching hire. 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.
Ep 157148. Oladipo Trade Ideas + Player Grades
Alex and Facci start off today's show discussing the rumors swirling across the Twitterverse about Victor Oladipo (1:00). Alex then reads two fan trade ideas that involves the Pacers sending Turner and Oladipo to the Nets, Rockets and Celtics (11:30).Next, Alex and Facci continue their player grades, this time breaking down the seasons of Edmond Sumner (16:30), Jeremy Lamb (21:45) and Victor Oladipo (29:00).Lastly, Alex and Facci share close to 10 different trade ideas that they came up with, and debate whether or not these trades make sense, and if the deal would be made (42:06). 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.
Ep 156147. How the Pacers can Maximize Malcolm Brogdon's skillset; Pacers Narrowing Coaching Search Down & Where do the current Pacers stack up against the rest of the East?
In today's episode, Alex and Kent highlight the 5 coaching candidates who are rumored to have 2nd interviews (2:10), Alex discusses why he is intrigued by Nate Bjorgken (3:45) and if the Pacers can build a conference contender with Domas as their best player (8:50) .Next the guys dive into who Malcolm Brogdon is as a player, and discuss if he is a better off-ball guard, or a better point guard (18:20). What player or type of players would match well with Brogdon's skillset (23:50).Lastly, Alex and Kent discuss how the Pacers stack up against the rest of the Eastern Conference (37:45), Aaron Gordon rumored to be on the trade market (49:30), and how T.J. Warren could benefit from playing more minutes with the second unit (43:00). 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.
Ep 155146. Evaluating The Pacers Point Guards & Worst Fake Trade of the Week
On today's show Alex and Facci will look back at the season each of the Pacers point guards had, share their likes and dislikes, give their letter grades for their performance and discuss what they would like to see them work on for the future. Lastly, Alex and Facci share the worst fake trades of the week including trades centered around the Pacers receiving Russell Westbrook and Karl Anthony-Towns.T. J. McConnell (2:15)Aaron Holiday (10:15)Malcolm Brogdon (25:30)Worst Fake Trades (41:35) 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.
Ep 154145. Pros and Cons to trading Myles Turner; Coaching Search Expands; Playoffs and Pacers Talk with Jabari Ali Davis
Alex and Kent discuss the Pacers expanding their coaching search to Billy Donovan and Mike Brown (2:10), recap comments from Warren, Turner and Brogdon (11:30) on the Radiothon and pondering why Chauncey would want to coach after a successful NBA career (14:30).Next, the guys discuss Paul George's locker room speech to the Clippers after their Game 7 loss (25:08) and Marcus Smart blowing up after the Celtics loss in Game 2, and how the Pacers would be impacted by a vocal leader (18:50)..Kent and Alex wrap up the show recapping Myles Turner first 5 seasons with the Pacers (37:45), locker room story of Monta Ellis "bullying" Myles Turner and Joe Young (44:12), pros and cons to keeping both bigs, missing veteran leadership (58:00) and why Gordon Hayward makes sense for this Pacers roster (103:00)Lastly, Alex talks with Jabari Ali Davis about the NBA Playoffs (112:00) and then they shift to the Pacers coaching search (129:20) and potential off-season moves (136:00). 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.
Ep 153144. NBA & Pacers Rumors with Scoop B
Alex Golden and Michael J Facci start off today's show discussing Chauncey Billups not interviewing with the Pacers Front Office via Zoom, why he only wants to do an in-person interview and what that means for the two sides. The guys closeout the segment discussing Malcolm Brogdon's Radiothon and how fans can enter to win a 3-hour Top Golf experience with Malcolm Brogdon.Next, Alex and Facci talk with Senior Reporter, Brandon "Scoop B" Richardson from Heavy.com about the rumors swirling around in the NBA, specifically those that are of interest to the Indiana Pacers.Lastly, the guys closeout the show giving their reactions to what Scoop B had to say on the Pacers coaching search and how active they could be in the summer. 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.
Ep 152143. 7 Questions About the Future of the Indiana Pacers
Alex Golden and Kent Sterling discuss the recent new of Mike D'Antoni becoming a free agent coaching candidate. Next, the guys dive into 7 questions about the future of this team!•Who has more promise for the Pacers: Aaron Holiday or Goga Bitadze?•What areas can Warren improve in?•Brogdon the right point guard for an up-tempo offense?•Can Sabonis be as impactful next season?•What qualities do want from the Pacers future coach?•Should Indiana use their full MLE on Justin Holiday?•What can the Pacers learn from this years playoffs? 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.
Ep 151142. Chauncey Billups and Becky Hammon highlight Pacers Coaching Candidate Search
On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Facci and Alex react to the list of coaches the Pacers have interviewed, per Woj. The guys get into a few individual names, specifically: Chauncey Billups, Dan Craig and Becky Hammon. 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.
Ep 150141. Pacers Trade Ideas + Keith Smith
In today's episode Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss Pacers Trade Ideas for this off-season and chat with Keith Smith about the Pacers off-season, the NBA Playoffs and who can win the NBA Championship.Twiiter Trade Ideas from the BEST Pacers Fans in the WORLD (3:00)Facci and Alex's Six Trade Ideas (21:00)Keith Smith on Pacers off-season, playoffs and more (52:40) 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.
Ep 149140. Should Reggie Miller Be Considered for the Pacers Next Coach? Dan Craig To Interview + Mailbag Questions
The first 30 minutes of today's show, Alex and Kent discuss head coaching candidate, Dan Craig from the Miami Heat, Kevin Pritchard's press conference and the possibility of Reggie Miller as the next head coach.The final hour of the show, the guys answer questions from the fans on: Oladipo and Turner's future, possibilities of hiring a college coach, Becky Hammon, Mike D'Antoni and other candidates, the Pacers culture, Herb Simon's unwillingness to pay the tax, the potential of Goga, TJ Warren's chances of being an All-Star level player, rebuilding vs retooling and favorite things we miss about seeing games in Bankers Life Fieldhouse. 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.