Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Latest Episodes:

3 Draft Prospects we like the MOST for the Pacers right now! + Down Go The Wizards + Tristan's 4-Game Farewell Tour Feb 18, 2022

Show notes

Alex Golden and Michael Facci discuss the Pacers first win in the Haliburton Era, who stood out and played well, Carlisle's hilarious press conference moment and Tristan's farewell.

Next, the guys discuss what direction they see the franchise heading next season, what Haliburton had to say today on The NBA Today Show with Malika Andrews and discussing what three prospects we like most for the Pacers in the 2022 draft as of now. The guys also throw out different scenarios that could happen and debate if they like the idea of trading up or back in the draft.

A big shoutout to our SUPER FAN, Jackson Thomas! Jackson listens to Setting The Pace with his dad Ian everyday on their ride to school! We appreciate you Jackson and love seeing your Pacers Pride!

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Learning More About Tyrese Haliburton Feb 15, 2022

Show notes

Alex and Facci share their thoughts on Tyrese Haliburton's letter to the Players Tribune, his play on the court and other Pacers that have impressed the last few games.

Then Matt George of Locked on Kings shares his thoughts on Haliburton and what he will mean for the Pacers franchise. The guys also discuss Sabonis' fit in Sacramento and what the future looks like for the Kings.

Lastly, Alex and Facci discuss Shaedon Sharpe and how intrigued they are about him as a potential prospect in the 2022 NBA Draft.

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What is Brogdon's trade value? What free agent can the Pacers spend their cap space on? (Mailbag Pt. 2) Feb 14, 2022

Show notes

Alex and Facci are back to answer Part 2 of the Mailbag Questions!

-Mount Rushmore of Pacers players...Alex and Facci get to remove one from each others list they think is wrongfully on there

-Can the Pacers keep Jalen Smith after this season...what are the options Indiana has with keeping him?

-Revisiting the Duarte, Haliburton and Ivey trio!

-What's the ceiling and floor on a Brogdon trade?

-When Brogdon returns, does Hield or Duarte go to the bench?

-What free agent can the Pacers spend their cap space on?

-Would a Goga for Cam Reddish deal make sense for both sides in the offseason?

-Can Tyrese and Chris became McCollum and Dame?

-If the Pacers get the 2nd pick in the draft, and Chet is selected first, who do the Pacers take?

-Did Pacers players resent Lance coming onto the roster?

-Long term plans for Goga Bitadze with the new Pacers.

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What does a Haliburton, Duarte, Ivey trio look like? Will Malcolm accept a non-point guard role? (Mailbag Pt. 1) Feb 14, 2022

Show notes

Alex and Facci bring the mailbag back and we have a lot of new things to discuss!

-Awkward tension to come between Haliburton and Brogdon?

-Potential landing spots for Brogdon if traded?

-Goga too slow for this new look Pacers?

-Can Pacers keep Rubio over McConnell?

-Glaring hole at SF...how do Pacers address this in the off-season?

-Should Pacers use draft picks or use them in a trade?

-Buddy Hield's future as a Pacer

-Anyone we wanted at the deadline that we didn't acquire?

-Is the clocking ticking for Myles or is he safe?

-What's the ceiling of Duarte, Haliburton and Ivey trio?

-Is McConnell a good fit with this group?

-What are you looking for with the young core the rest of the season?

-What type of teams would be willing to trade with Indy if the Pacers want to move up in the draft?

-Better young core: Pacers or Warriors?

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New Pacers debut, Pritchard speaks on Haliburton + Bob Kravitz on Pacers moves and their future Feb 12, 2022

Show notes

Alex opens up the show recapping Haliburton, Hield, Thompson and Smith's debut, how the team played against Cleveland and LeVert having a solid game against his former team.

Next, Facci shares his Top 5 trade winners from the deadline in 5 with Facci (7:00)

Alex then shares the quote of the week from Kevin Pritchard's press conference to address the trades the team made. (18:30)

Then the tweet of the week which highlighted LANCE! (20:30)

Facci then shares the Player of the Week (22:00), The Rookie Report (24:05) and goes one-on-one with our fan of the week: Kory Waldron (28:30)

Alex closes out the show discussing the Pacers week at large with Bob Kravitz from The Athletic. (43:00)

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Trade Deadline Recap: Evaluating and Grading the Pacers Moves with Dan Favale Feb 11, 2022

Show notes

Alex and Facci kick off the show to discuss the Pacers Thursday trade, which landed them young forward/center Jalen Smith from Maryland. The Pacers sent out Torrey Craig and also acquired a 2nd round pick. The guys transition and begin to look at all the activity from Indiana over the week and grade how Pritchard and the front office reshaped this roster, as well as recap how former Pacers did in their debut with Cleveland and Sacramento.

Next, Dan Favale from Bleacher Report and the Hardwood Knocks podcast joined the show to highlight the major moves of the day and why these deals were done. Dan also shares his thoughts on all of the Pacers moves, ranks his TOP 3 trades this week and discusses the future of the Pacers center position.

Lastly, Alex and Facci close out the show sharing their final thoughts on everything and express how excited they are to see the Haliburton debut on Friday against former Pacers guard, Caris LeVert.

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J Michael on the Pacers Trades, the future of the franchise and Carlisle's impact Feb 09, 2022

Show notes

Former Pacers beat writer for the Indy Star, J Michael, joins Setting the Pace to discuss how the Pacers eventually came to a head with this roster and how Carlisle has impacted this team. Lots of great insight on Turner, Brogdon, Sabonis, Duarte, Jackson, McConnell and Warren!

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TRADE REACTION POD: Pacers Trade Sabonis, Holiday and Lamb for Haliburton, Hield and Thompson! Feb 09, 2022

Show notes

Alex and Facci kick off the show sharing their thoughts on the Pacers blockbuster trade between the Kings and the Pacers and why Indiana moved on from Sabonis, what the future of the franchise looks like and what direction the Pacers are headed.

Later, Keith Smith from Spotrac and The Front Office Show joins to discuss the two trades the Pacers have made, his thoughts on the move for both teams, what the Pacers could do with their remaining roster before the deadline, how Indiana can use cap space in Free Agency and MORE!

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Pacers Trade Caris LeVert to the Cavaliers + Domantas Sabonis Trade Ideas Feb 07, 2022

Show notes

To kick off the show, Alex and Facci share their thoughts on the Pacers dealing guard Caris LeVert to the Cavaliers for Ricky Rubio, a 1st round pick and two 2nd round picks.

The guys then share ten Domantas Sabonis trade ideas, with the Trade Deadline QUICKLY approaching.

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Which Pacers are most likely to be dealt next week? (Saturday Show) Feb 05, 2022

Show notes

Welcome back to another Saturday show! Alex and Facci highlight the big moments from the week, bring on Matt Peck for our Fan of the Week segment and list the Pacers most likely to be dealt. A lot of love here for Lance Stephenson, Terry Taylor, Duane Washington Jr. and Caris LeVert!

Show Rundown

Recap of Last Week

Five with Facci

Upcoming Schedule

Player of the Week

The Rookie Report

Tweet of the Week

Quote of the Week

Fan of the Week

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