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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, I’ll discuss how the Pacers are continuing to find a way to win, now five of their last six games, and how it’s taking an extra quarter and heroics to do so.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
00:00 Good teams figure out how to win
04:25 Haliburton’s four-point “Colts” play beats Bucks; Jenny Boucek’s inspiration
09:34 Wrapping up Big Ten road trip with wild win in Minnesota led by Toppin’s shooting
14:30 Returning home for 11 of their first 15 — starting with unusual back-to-back wins over Mavericks and Nets
17:48 What was Trendon Watford thinking? Skirmish under league review.
22:20 Bet you don’t know who leads the team in technical fouls
23:34 Bennedict Mathurin’s elevated play
25:45 Myles Turner’s candidness and bounce-back game
32:15 Tony Bradley signs second 10-day, which expires on Saturday
33:56 Shout-outs!
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files Podcast... an update with the latest on the Indiana Fever, then guard Lexie Hull joins to discuss her offseason and playing in the inaugural season with Unrivaled in Miami.
At Unrivaled, she plays on Rose — and it's (2) Rose vs. (3) Laces at 7:30 p.m. ET on Sunday on TNT/truTV/Max in the playoffs.
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, I’ll wrap up an eventful February for the Pacers, discuss how it went coming off a successful January, a quiet trade deadline, my thoughts on the All-Star game, and on a handful of players. Then, I’ll wrap-up with a return of shout-outs.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
01:00: Pascal Siakam’s season
03:45: How Indiana fared in February
05:40: Why they were quiet at the trade deadline
10:20: My two cents on the NBA All-Star game
20:17: Spotlighting individual players: T.J. McConnell returns; Bennedict Mathurin moved to the bench, now sidelined; Aaron Nesmith healthy again; Tyrese Haliburton refreshed out of All-Star break
29:00: A look at the East and the two-horse race
31:25: Shout-outs are back!
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, I held a live recording of this podcast on YouTube Friday afternoon. There was a lot to discuss regarding the Indiana Fever's offseason and free agency.
New communications director Kelsey Mitchell re-signs Natasha Howard returning Preseason game scheduled at Iowa Caitlin Clark's special upcoming weekend at Iowa Stephanie White receives an award Free agency possibilities Questions from live viewers-----
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PARIS — Two days later and it was a much different result for the Pacers than in game 1 against the San Antonio Spurs. From a 30-point loss to a massive 38-point win Saturday evening here in Paris, France.
Tyrese Haliburton erupted for 16 straight points in the third quarter to put them up by 12, then wasn’t even need in the fourth quarter as they ballooned their lead in a 136-98 win.
The Pacers improved to 25-20 with the win, a split of the pair of NBA Global Games
“We played a lot better and we needed to do a lot of things better,” head coach Rick Carlisle said afterward.
“We obviously needed to do a better job on Victor (Wembanyama). I thought Myles Turner played a great game today and just did a lot of things that you don't see 6-11 centers in this league doing: Picking up full court, sprinting from end to end, busting over screens, busting over pick-and-roll screens when he's guarding a guy who's 7-4 handling (the ball). Just a very unique situation so Myles played a tremendous game.”
I am the only Indy reporter in Paris for the trip. Here's my postgame recap from Accor Arena, where a sold-out crowd of 15,979 saw the Pacers answer their second-biggest loss of the season with their biggest win.
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PARIS — After four days between games, the Pacers returned to action Thursday evening ... in Paris. That's right, part of the NBA Global Games. It was the first of two against the Spurs, who had a home-like crowd due to France native Victor Wembanyama.
He had a complete game: 30 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 blocks.
I am the only Indy reporter in Paris for the trip — so here's my postgame recap from Accor Arena, where a sold-out crowd of nearly 16,000 saw the Spurs’s three-point halftime lead balloon to 30 when the final buzzer sounded.
They outscored the Pacers 45-23 in the third quarter and the Pacers did not respond well in a 140-110 blowout loss. Much more coverage to come…
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, New Year… new Pacers? Catching you up on the latest with the team, including recent wins that has led them back to .500.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Opening thoughts
06:00 Turnaround from one month ago
10:30: What’s working: defense, transition, possession game, efficient scoring
15:30: Tyrese Haliburton trending upwards
17:35: What’s with Heat Culture and Jimmy Butler?
20:50: Andrew Nembhard’s returns after his absence was felt
24:50 Consistency from Myles Turner
27:03: Growth from second-year forward Jarace Walker
29:20: Bennedict Mathurin expands his game
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, a lot is going on with the Pacers — mostly gone wrong. So I wonder, are the Pacers broken? I had a lot to say and discuss.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
00:00: 8 straight road losses, including 4 in a row overall
05:25: Curse of the Cup? From undefeated to winless in NBA Cup play
09:40: Rookie Johnny Furphy leading the bench Wednesday…
10:40: Give up a dunk and six layups to the Nets over the final 5 minutes
13:00: Expectations and leadership
18:30: Haliburton’s comments in Toronto and the concerning home/road splits
22:00: Why it’s not the same group as last year’s conference finals run
30:00: Has Mathurin done enough to remain a starter?
35:10: WNBA schedule announcement
37:50: Caitlin Clark golfing, being part of upcoming Netflix special with David Letterman
39:13: Previewing the WNBA expansion draft on Friday for Valkyries
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, a look at the team 20% into the season, what’s going on with Tyrese Haliburton, a check on (the many) injuries, plus other news and nuggets from my notebook.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
0:00: 7-10 after 17 games, had lost six of eight until Sunday’s win
2:34: The team not performing to expectation, being the No. 1 League Pass team and numbers that stand out
05:36: So… about Tyrese
18:15: Calling up Moses Brown from Westchester — and their other options
23:12: Pascal Siakam’s consistency and professionalism
26:05 Rundown of injuries
32:28: NBA doing too much marketing > basketball, update on Prime Video and FanDuel Sports Network, new deal for Johnny Furphy and assistant coach Lloyd Pierce to host second annual coat drive
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Stephanie White is back for a third stint with the Indiana Fever, hired as head coach on Nov. 1, 2024.
That morning, she spoke with me by phone from her Cleveland hotel room before calling Magic at Cavs for ESPN -- and she discussed the pull back home, being closer to family, and the three foundational pieces in Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell.
This interview was first posted for paid subscribers. Click here for my full story on Fieldhouse Files.
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I went live on YouTube Friday to discuss the Indiana Fever hiring Stephanie White as head coach, as expected.
I discussed our conversation earlier in the day, why this hire was so important, what happens to the current staff, and the franchise's new direction. Plus, I answered questions from live viewers.
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I went live on YouTube Sunday evening to discuss the Indiana Fever shakeup — Christie Sides out and a search for the 10th head coach in franchise history beginning. What is team president Kelly Krauskopf looking for and why Stephanie White returning would be ideal?
All that and more on this livestream. Plus, I answered questions from live viewers, who also pushed me to do more. So I will.
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, the NBA offseason is over and the Pacers are back. On the team running it back, the state of the team, thoughts from Pacers FanJam and their first exhibition game, and more.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
A busy offseason — for the team and for me (covering Caitlin Clark and the Fever)
Leaning into continuity as all but two players return
Moving from hunted to hunter, and keeping their same edge
Their kick-off evening at GM Chad Buchanan’s home
Tyrese Haliburton moving on from Nike to PUMA Hoops
Five key storylines for the season
Andrew Nembhard shining so far
Reseting expectations for James Wiseman is a good thing for all
Special weekend ahead for owner Herb Simon, who’s being inducted into the Hall of Fame — and his three notable presenters
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It's been just a week since the Pacers played their final game, swept by the Celtics in four games in the conference finals.
On Tuesday, I did a live show for Bleacher Report Live. You can still watch the video live on B/R Live — or here’s the audio as I discussed the Pacers’ offseason, what their cap may look like, possible extensions and whether this team is now a contender. Plus, I answered questions from a very active comments section.
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Here's the audio of my live YouTube Pacers postgame show from May 27, 2024 after the Indiana Pacers' Game 4 loss to the Boston Celtics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. I shared my thoughts and answered questions from the live chat.
The Pacers were swept in the seven-game series -- and their season is now over.
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Here's the audio of my live YouTube Pacers postgame show from May 25, 2024 after the Indiana Pacers' Game 3 loss to the Boston Celtics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. I shared my thoughts and answered questions from the live chat.
Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals will be on Monday at 8:00 p.m. ET in Indy.
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Here's the audio of my live YouTube Pacers postgame show from May 23, 2024 after the Indiana Pacers' Game 2 loss to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. I shared my thoughts and answered questions from the live chat.
Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals will be on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, a breakdown on the Pacers’ late-game collapse in Game 1 of the conference finals. Then, Brian Windhorst of ESPN joins to discuss the Pacers’ postseason run and covering them in round 2 against the New York Knicks.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
2:25: How the Pacers coughed up Game 1
05:37: Rick Carlisle and Pascal Siakam’s postgame thoughts
07:25: Poor late-game execution, in the 4th quarter AND overtime
11:57: Brian Windhorst interview — back covering the Pacers
17:05: Pacers-Knicks series
19:07: Pacers’ depth with T.J. McConnell leading the charge
24:34: Windy compares the Pacers’ offense to futbol
30:00: Carlisle challenging the officials, then his team
32:28: Tyrese Haliburton’s All-NBA candidacy
35:07: What more $$ means for the league and its teams
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Here's the audio of my live YouTube Pacers postgame show from May 21, 2024 after the Indiana Pacers' Game 1 overtime loss to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. I shared my thoughts and answered questions from the live chat.
Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals will be on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET in Boston.
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Here's the audio of my live YouTube Pacers postgame show from May 19, 2024 after the Indiana Pacers' Game 7 win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. I shared my thoughts and answered questions from the live chat.
Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals will be on Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET at TD Garden
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