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John Nolan on Team USA, Fever Stretch Run, Engelbert Retirement

Tyler Chin — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Casey is joined by John Nolan, radio voice of the Indiana Fever, for a wide-ranging conversation on the team, the league, and everything surrounding one of the most interesting stretches of the season.

Topics include:

The absurdity of online Fever discourse and how hard it has become to talk about the actual basketball What Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston can gain from their Team USA experience Caitlin and Kelsey Mitchell continuing to stack up record-breaking performances Aliyah Boston’s steady presence and why her consistency matters so much Makayla Timpson’s rise and how quickly she has carved out a role Why Ty Harris feels like the perfect veteran addition for this Fever team Cathy Engelbert’s announcement and the bigger questions facing the WNBA What qualities the next commissioner needs to have to lead the league forward A loaded conversation with John Nolan on the Fever’s present, their future, and where the league goes from here.

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The three (actually six) most interesting players on the Indiana Pacers for the 2026-27 season

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:05:56 GMT

Who are the most interesting and important players for the Indiana Pacers in the 2026-27 season? Host Tony East (providing the local perspective) is joined by Steph Noh from the Sporting News (providing the national perspective) to break it down.

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Pacers Fans Will NEVER Forgive These Guys…

Tyler Chin — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Alex Golden is joined by Ryan Knight of The Pacers Post Up for an episode dedicated to the players Pacers fans love to hate.

Forget rival teams. Today, we're talking about individual players who have become Public Enemy No. 1 in Indiana.

Alex and Ryan reveal their Top 5 biggest player rivals of the current iteration of the Indiana Pacers, discussing how each player earned a spot on the list and why the bad blood still exists today.

Whether it was a heated playoff series, trash talk, physical play, controversial moments or simply getting under the skin of Pacers players and fans, each of these five has developed a unique relationship with Indiana—and not exactly a friendly one.

But how relevant are some of these rivalries today?

Alex and Ryan discuss which beefs are still alive and well, which have started to cool off and which could become even more heated during the 2026-27 season as Indiana looks to make another run through the Eastern Conference.

The guys also look at these rivalries from both perspectives. Which players do Pacers fans despise the most? Which opponents seem to have legitimate beef with Indiana's players? And who is the one player that deserves to be crowned the Pacers' ultimate Public Enemy No. 1?

It's time to embrace the hate.

No friends. No love lost. Just the five biggest villains of the current Pacers era and why they've earned a permanent spot on Indiana's enemies list.

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What can Indiana Pacers, Jarace Walker, and Ben Sheppard learn from restricted free agency trends?

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 06:32:38 GMT

Restricted free agency is all but done for 2026. What can the Indiana Pacers learn from recent trends, especially as it pertains to Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard? Host Tony East breaks it all down.

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How Andrew Nembhard, Kelly Oubre, and Ben Sheppard can have a successful season for the Indiana Pacers in 2026-27

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:22:21 GMT

Andrew Nembhard, Kelly Oubre, and Ben Sheppard bring fastly different skills to the shooting guard position. What stat, question, and skill will define their season for the Pacers? Host Tony East breaks it down.

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Grass Isn’t So Green Now, Myles + Did Pacers Make the Right FA Moves

Tyler Chin — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:45:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back, and today's episode starts with a familiar face having some trouble finding a new home.

The latest reporting indicates that the Milwaukee Bucks have been unable to find a trade partner for Myles Turner, just one year after signing the former Pacers center to a four-year, $107 million contract.

So…grass isn't always greener, is it?

Alex and Facci revisit Turner's departure from Indiana and discuss why his current situation only reinforces the Pacers' decision to play hardball during contract negotiations. Was Indiana right to have reservations about paying Turner that type of money? How much of his success with the Pacers was enhanced by playing alongside an elite point guard in Tyrese Haliburton? And what does his current trade market say about the value of his contract around the league?

The guys also look back at Milwaukee's decision to aggressively pursue Turner and how poorly that gamble has aged after just one season.

From there, the conversation shifts back to Indiana and a bigger offseason question: Did the Pacers do enough in free agency?

Alex and Facci evaluate Indiana's additions, how the new pieces fit around the returning core and whether the front office did enough to position this roster for another run at the top of the Eastern Conference.

If the Pacers wanted to be more aggressive, what other moves were realistically available? Were there free agents Indiana should have pursued instead? Could they have spent their money differently? Or did the front office correctly prioritize fit, flexibility and continuity over making a splashier move?

Finally, the guys wrap up the show with Ben Simmons officially returning to the NBA after sitting out last season. What does Simmons have left, what should expectations look like for the former All-Star and can he resurrect his career in Sacramento?

Myles Turner's unwanted contract, Milwaukee's failed gamble, the Pacers' free-agency decisions and the return of Ben Simmons—a loaded episode of Setting The Pace!

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Indiana Pacers era review two: Are the current Pacers already more than Paul George's teams ever were?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:38:14 GMT

The Paul George/Danny Granger/Frank Vogel era of the Indiana Pacers never reached the NBA Finals but had high peaks. How does it compare to the current teams? Host Tony East breaks it down.

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Should the Pacers Get Their Pick Back After Kawhi's Clippers Scandal?

Tyler Chin — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back, and there is A LOT to discuss after the NBA dropped the hammer on the Los Angeles Clippers.

The Clippers were found to have violated the NBA's salary-cap circumvention rules involving Kawhi Leonard, resulting in massive penalties—including the loss of five future first-round picks.

And somehow, the Indiana Pacers are directly involved in the fallout.

One of the selections Los Angeles is losing is the Pacers' unprotected 2029 first-round pick, which Indiana originally sent to the Clippers as part of the trade for Ivica Zubac.

So Alex and Facci ask the obvious question: Should the Pacers get their pick back?

The guys debate whether Indiana should benefit from the Clippers' wrongdoing, why the NBA decided to eliminate the pick instead of returning it to the Pacers and whether losing one of the major assets from the deal changes how we should evaluate the Zubac trade from Los Angeles' perspective.

Then, Alex and Facci go down the Kawhi Leonard rabbit hole and look at the incredible ripple effects his career decisions have had on the Pacers.

From Kawhi leaving the Toronto Raptors for Los Angeles to everything that followed with the Clippers, the guys connect the dots on how decisions made years ago ultimately helped shape the Pacers roster we see today.

It's a wild look at NBA history, trades, draft picks and how one superstar's decision can create ripple effects across the league for years.

Should Indiana get its 2029 first-round pick back? Does this make the Zubac trade look even better for the Pacers? And just how much has Kawhi Leonard's Clippers era indirectly impacted Indiana?

A fun, loaded episode centered around all of the Kawhi drama in Los Angeles—and the unexpected Pacers connection to it all.

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BREAKING: Cathy Engelbert Announces Retirement - Fever Focus Podcast

Tyler Chin — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Cathy Engelbert is stepping down as WNBA commissioner, and Casey reacts to the breaking news on Fever Focus.

This episode takes a first look at Engelbert’s tenure, the timing of the announcement, and what her exit could mean for the league moving forward. There is credit to give for the WNBA’s growth, but also plenty of fair questions about how the league has handled its biggest moments, its biggest stars, and the increased spotlight around the game.

Topics include:

Engelbert’s retirement announcement
The growth of the WNBA during her time as commissioner
Why business success does not erase league-wide frustrations
The public pressure that came with the Caitlin Clark era
Ongoing questions about officiating, messaging, and player relations
What the next commissioner will be walking into
Why this moment feels like a turning point for the league

Casey breaks it all down on a solo edition of Fever Focus.

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What Tyrese Haliburton, T.J. McConnell, and Quenton Jackson NEED to show for Pacers in 2026-27

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:44:22 GMT

Tyrese Haliburton, T.J. McConnell, and Quenton Jackson should all be important for the 2026-27 Indiana Pacers. What stat, question, and skill will define their season? Host Tony East breaks it down.

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Jarace Likely to Be Traded? + The Perfect Trey Murphy Trade Package (Mailbag Pt. 3)

Tyler Chin — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back for Part 3 of the September Mailbag, wrapping up this three-part series with questions about trades, Jarace Walker, the future of the Pacers' core, Rick Carlisle and some fun debates to close out the show!

The guys start by revisiting Bennedict Mathurin's departure. After Mathurin signed with New Orleans for $8 million per season, should the Pacers have any regrets about how everything played out? If Indiana knew a year ago that Mathurin could be retained at that price, would things have gone differently? And when comparing him to Kelly Oubre Jr., who is ultimately the better fit for this Pacers roster?

From there, Alex and Facci look at the financial future of the team. As this roster becomes more expensive, could players like Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, T.J. McConnell or Obi Toppin eventually take more team-friendly deals to help keep the core together?

That leads directly into some Trey Murphy III trade talk. If Murphy becomes available, what type of package would Alex and Facci realistically be willing to give up to bring him to Indiana?

Then, it's time for a lengthy Jarace Walker discussion. How big of a leap can he make this season after the way he finished last year? Will he finally secure consistent rotation minutes? And perhaps most importantly, what are the odds Jarace is still on the Pacers after the trade deadline?

The guys also discuss whether Dalton Knecht could make sense as a potential target and look further into the future with a question about Rick Carlisle. If Indiana doesn't win a championship during this current two-year window, could Rick remain the Pacers' head coach beyond it?

Finally, the mailbag gets weird—in the best way.

Which Pacers jersey are Alex and Facci most excited to see this season? Who wins a game to 7 between Alex and Facci with the fate of the universe on the line? And who are the three greatest dunkers in Pacers history?

Mathurin regrets, Trey Murphy trade packages, Jarace Walker's future, Rick Carlisle's timeline and some ridiculous debates to finish things off—a fun conclusion to the September Mailbag!

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Clark & Boston Ready for World Cup

Tyler Chin — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Casey Johnson are back for another episode of Fever Focus, and with the WNBA hitting pause, two of Indiana's biggest stars are taking their talents to the international stage!

Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston are representing Team USA at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, giving the Fever's young duo an opportunity to compete alongside—and learn from—some of the best players in the world.

Alex and Casey discuss what they're most excited to see from Clark and Boston with Team USA, what roles they could play and how spending time around so many accomplished players could help both of them grow before returning to Indiana for the final stretch of the season.

But the World Cup also creates one of the strangest wrinkles of the WNBA season: a three-week stoppage right before the playoffs.

Alex and Casey have a lengthy debate about the break, whether it's good for the league and what changes could be made in the future to prevent such a long interruption in the middle of a season that's building toward its biggest games.

While Clark and Boston are competing overseas, Kelsey Mitchell gets three valuable weeks away from game action. Could the extended rest be exactly what Indiana's leading scorer needs before the Fever make their playoff push?

The guys also react to WNBA legend Diana Taurasi's comments about Clark and Mitchell leading Indiana in the postseason and discuss what it will take for the Fever's dynamic backcourt to deliver when the games matter most.

Finally, Alex and Casey look at the opportunity in front of Clark and Boston beyond simply winning a gold medal. What can they learn from practicing, traveling and competing alongside some of the greatest players in women's basketball? And could those lessons ultimately make the Fever even more dangerous when they return?

Team USA, the WNBA's lengthy World Cup break, some much-needed rest for Kelsey Mitchell and plenty of discussion about what this all means for the Fever's playoff hopes!

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Why Kawhi/Clippers penalties impact the Indiana Pacers + Era review one: Reggie Miller's best teams

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:24:50 GMT

The LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard have been punished for salary cap circumvention. How does it impact the Indiana Pacers? Host Tony East breaks it down before a review of the Reggie Miller/Pacers era.

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If Trey Murphy Becomes Available…Do the Pacers Go All-In? + Zubac vs Turner (Mailbag Pt. 2)

Tyler Chin — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back for Part 2 of the September Mailbag, and today's questions center around one big theme: How good can this Indiana Pacers team actually be?

The guys start by discussing what Indiana learned from last season and how those lessons could translate now that Tyrese Haliburton is back. After everything this group experienced without its star point guard, could the adversity ultimately make the Pacers better equipped for another championship run?

Then comes one of the biggest questions of the entire mailbag: What happens if Indiana is rolling at the trade deadline and Trey Murphy III becomes available?

If the Pacers already look like a legitimate championship contender, do you risk disrupting a rotation that's working to add another high-level talent? Alex and Facci discuss the balance between upgrading the roster and protecting chemistry, including the lessons that can be learned from the Danny Granger-Evan Turner trade.

Would Murphy raise Indiana's long-term ceiling enough to justify shaking things up? Or, at some point, is trusting the better team more important than acquiring the better individual player?

From there, the guys dive deep into Ivica Zubac. How different will Indiana look going from Myles Turner's style of play to Big Zu? How will Zubac fit alongside Haliburton? And just how concerned should Pacers fans be about spacing with a traditional center occupying the paint?

The defensive conversation continues with Andrew Nembhard. After Nembhard was left outside Game Theory's Top 25 defenders and honorable mentions, Alex and Facci discuss where they believe he belongs among the NBA's best defenders.

Finally, could this Pacers roster be just as successful playing for a different coach and in a different system? Or is Rick Carlisle's fast-paced style so ingrained in the identity of this group that changing it would fundamentally alter what makes Indiana special?

Championship expectations, trade-deadline dilemmas, Zubac vs. Myles, Nembhard's defense and Rick Carlisle's system—a loaded Part 2 of the September Mailbag!

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Indiana Pacers over/unders: How high can offense and defense rank? Zubac, Walker, Sheppard predictions

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:52:33 GMT

The Indiana Pacers have a win total over/under of about 43.5. Will they exceed it? How good will their offense and defense be? Host Tony East is joined by Will Furr, formerly of 8 Points, 9 Seconds and The Fieldhouse, to break it all down.

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Is Kelly Oubre Jr. Really a Better Fit Than Mathurin? Mailbag Pt. 1

Tyler Chin — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are answering YOUR questions for the September Mailbag, kicking off Part 1 of a three-part series!

Today's episode is all about rotation, lineups and roster fit as the guys dive into some of the biggest questions surrounding Rick Carlisle's options heading into the season.

What is the Pacers' best five-man lineup, and how does it stack up against the best lineups around the NBA? How will Carlisle divide the wing minutes between Aaron Nesmith, Andrew Nembhard, Kelly Oubre Jr., Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard? Could the numbers game ultimately force either Jarace or Sheppard out of the regular rotation?

A large portion of the conversation centers around Kelly Oubre Jr. and Bennedict Mathurin. After Mathurin signed a deal similar in value to Oubre's, which player would the guys rather have coming off Indiana's bench? Is Mathurin's scoring ability more valuable to the second unit, or does Oubre's defense, versatility and overall fit make him the better option for this Pacers roster?

Alex and Facci also predict what kind of production Oubre could provide and whether he can match—or potentially exceed—what Mathurin brought to Indiana.

Then, the guys discuss the backup point guard situation. Is it actually a weakness with T.J. McConnell, Braden Smith, Quenton Jackson and Andrew Nembhard all capable of handling some of those responsibilities? Or should backup center be the position Indiana prioritizes upgrading at the trade deadline?

Plus, who leads the Pacers' bench in scoring this season? And what will Bennedict Mathurin's stat line look like when he faces Indiana on opening night?

A loaded Part 1 of the September Mailbag with plenty of rotation debates, lineup discussion and thoughts on how all the pieces of this Pacers roster will fit together.

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Pacers games are moving to DAZN. Executive Zander Berlinski explains the deal and what fans can expect

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:00:01 GMT

Where does the Indiana Pacers offseason go next? + talking Pacers, Cavs, and Eastern Conference

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:02:08 GMT

The NBA offseason has reached September, and a bunch of moves happened last week. What does it mean for the Indiana Pacers? And what might the Pacers do next? Host Tony East breaks it down before Locked On Cavs host Danny Cunningham grills Tony on the Pacers.

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Expectations for Hali + Did Pacers Give Up on Mathurin Too Soon?

Tyler Chin — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:35:00 GMT

Alex Golden is joined by Derek Schultz for a lengthy, loaded conversation about the Indiana Pacers as the start of the 2026-27 season continues to draw closer.

A good portion of today's show centers around Tyrese Haliburton and one of the biggest questions facing the Pacers: What are realistic expectations for Hali after missing 16 months of NBA basketball?

Alex and Derek discuss what success should look like for Haliburton this season, how patient fans need to be as he works his way back into form and what Indiana truly needs from its star point guard to compete at the highest level.

Then, the guys dive into Bennedict Mathurin signing with the New Orleans Pelicans. At the price Mathurin ultimately signed for, should the Pacers have any regrets about moving on? Would his scoring have been valuable on this current roster, or was Indiana right to prioritize other players and roster needs?

From there, Alex and Derek zoom out and look at the rest of the Eastern Conference. Which teams pose the biggest threat to Indiana? Where do the Pacers stack up against the conference's best, and which potential matchups should concern them the most?

Finally, the guys look WAY into the future with a fun exercise: Which current Pacers will still be on the roster five seasons from now?

Who is essentially untouchable? Which young players could become long-term pieces? And which familiar faces might be gone as Indiana's roster continues to evolve?

Haliburton expectations, Mathurin's departure, Eastern Conference threats and a look five years into the Pacers' future—a loaded episode with Derek Schultz!

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Pacers Sign Smith, 2026-27 Schedule Takeaways + Haliburton's Big Night at Victory Field

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:01:06 GMT

Pacers veteran questions: How will Pascal Siakam improve? Can TJ McConnell keep beating father time?

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:32:40 GMT

Veterans are less of a focus in the offseason. Host Tony East changes that by asking key questions about Indiana Pacers vets Pascal Siakam, T.J. McConnell, Ivica Zubac, Larry Nance, and Kelly Oubre.

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Predicting Pacers Player Awards

Tyler Chin — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are looking into the future and handing out some hardware on today's episode of Setting The Pace!

The guys go through the NBA's major individual awards and look at which Pacers are actually appearing on the early betting odds lists—and which Indiana players are surprisingly nowhere to be found.

For each award, Alex and Facci discuss which Pacer has the best chance of entering the conversation and what would need to happen this season for them to become a legitimate contender.

But they don't stop with the NBA awards.

The guys then turn the exercise into a Pacers-only awards show, predicting who will be Indiana's MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year and more!

Which Pacer is poised to make the biggest leap? Who will be the most impactful player off the bench? Which player becomes Indiana's defensive anchor? And who ultimately takes home Pacers MVP?

A fun offseason exercise looking at the betting markets, projecting individual performances and making predictions for which Pacers will take home the hardware at the end of the 2026-27 season.

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are looking into the future and handing out some hardware on today's episode of Setting The Pace!

The guys go through the NBA's major individual awards and look at which Pacers are actually appearing on the early betting odds lists—and which Indiana players are surprisingly nowhere to be found.

For each award, Alex and Facci discuss which Pacer has the best chance of entering the conversation and what would need to happen this season for them to become a legitimate contender.

But they don't stop with the NBA awards.

The guys then turn the exercise into a Pacers-only awards show, predicting who will be Indiana's MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year and more!

Which Pacer is poised to make the biggest leap? Who will be the most impactful player off the bench? Which player becomes Indiana's defensive anchor? And who ultimately takes home Pacers MVP?

A fun offseason exercise looking at the betting markets, projecting individual performances and making predictions for which Pacers will take home the hardware at the end of the 2026-27 season.

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The latest on Johnny Furphy's rehab, Jay Huff's summer, Braden Smith's deal | Pacers offseason notes

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:12:51 GMT

Several Indiana Pacers players spoke this week, and host Tony East was there for it all. What's the latest on Johnny Furphy's health, Jay Huff and Aaron Nesmith's summer, Braden Smith's contract, Tyrese Haliburton's life, and Bennedict Mathurin? East breaks it down.

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Eastern Conference Standings Predictions: Where Do the Pacers Stack Up?

Tyler Chin — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:40:00 GMT

It's finally time!

Alex Golden and Mike Facci reveal their 2026-27 Eastern Conference standings predictions, ranking all 15 teams from top to bottom and explaining exactly why they have each team finishing where they do.

The guys go team-by-team through a loaded East, discussing the contenders they believe can make a run at the No. 1 seed, which teams could surprise people, who might take a step backward and where the Indiana Pacers belong in the mix.

How much will Indiana improve with Tyrese Haliburton back? Where do the Pacers stack up against the other contenders? Which teams are Alex and Facci higher or lower on than the consensus? And which spots were the toughest to predict?

But the conversation doesn't end once the standings are set.

After revealing their 1-15 rankings, Alex and Facci use their predicted standings to create the potential first-round playoff matchups. The guys go series-by-series before focusing on the Pacers' projected opponent and debating whether they like Indiana's draw.

Would this be an ideal path for the Pacers? Which potential matchup would they rather avoid? And based on these standings, what could Indiana's path through the Eastern Conference look like?

A fun episode discussing every team in the East, making predictions and looking ahead to what could be a fascinating playoff picture.

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Pacers Expectations, Breakout Candidates & T.J.’s Future Ft. Bob Kravitz

Tyler Chin — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back for a loaded episode of Setting The Pace, featuring a special guest appearance from Bob Kravitz!

Before Bob joins the show, Alex announces the winner of the two free tickets to the Pacers-Mavericks game on opening night!

Then, Alex and Facci dive into the Pacers' new television deal with DAZN and what it means for fans watching the team this season. The guys also discuss the NBA's conversations with YouTube about potentially becoming the local broadcasting partner for all 30 teams beginning in 2027-28 and what that could mean for the future of watching NBA basketball.

Then, Bob Kravitz joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about the Pacers.

Bob shares his thoughts on Indiana's offseason, what he expects from this group next season and where he believes the Pacers stack up in a loaded Eastern Conference.

The guys also have an extensive conversation about T.J. McConnell. How much longer can T.J. continue playing at this level? What should Pacers fans expect from him over the next two seasons? And once his playing career comes to an end, could McConnell remain connected to the organization in a different role?

Bob also shares which Pacers player he believes could make the biggest jump next season and what that development could mean for Indiana's ceiling.

To close out the show, the conversation shifts to the Indiana Fever before Bob gives his thoughts on where the Pacers ultimately finish in the Eastern Conference.

Ticket giveaway results, broadcasting news, Pacers expectations, T.J.'s future, breakout candidates, Fever talk and Eastern Conference predictions—a loaded episode with Bob Kravitz!

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