Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Latest Episodes:

The Prospect Chronicles: Ziaire Williams Jul 04, 2021

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Jared Katz joins Alex Golden and Mike Facci to breakdown NBA Prospect, Ziaire Williams on The Prospect Chronicles Podcast.

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Scott Agness on Assistant Coaches, What Shakeups Could Be Made + Ben Simmons for Brogdon and a 1st? Jul 02, 2021

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Scott Agness joins Alex Golden to discuss the reports of the Pacers adding two assistants, Lloyd Pierce and Ronald Nored. The guys then look at some of the comments Carlisle made in his press conference and whether or not that should indicate what the Pacers could do this off-season. Scott and Alex discuss the Brogdon and a 1st for Simmons rumor that made its' way on Twitter today, and lastly, the guys discuss the future of this team, what that might look like and how aggressive this team could be on the trade market to better the roster.

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Carlisle Speaks to the Media: What Did We Learn From This? Jun 30, 2021

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Rick Carlisle was introduced to the Pacers media and fans, and answered questions about the roster and the goals of this team. Facci and Alex discuss what stood out and how this impacts the teams timeline. Lastly, the guys close out the show looking at the Pacers draft workouts.

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Mailbag Time: Trade Ideas, Potential Coaching Staff Additions, Player Ceilings, Free Agency and Trading for a Superstar Jun 28, 2021

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Alex and Facci answered all of the Twitter questions for today's mailbag episode. The show is broken up into two segments with over 20+ questions about the current and future of this Indiana Pacers team.

Segment 1

@AaronHou: If the Pacers move on from Turner or Sabonis do you think it happens before or after the draft?

@gruworld1: Brandon Ingram Trade Ideas with Lonzo Ball included in one of the packages

@JordanS_33: What vets could the Pacers add that are realistic

@badjoraswhynot: How does Carlisle's hiring affect Free Agency?

@DavidMatillo: Do the Pacers have a package that could net Dame Lillard? Should Pacers pursue Ben Simmons to pair with Myles Turner?

@aka_Mourning: Brian Shaw and David West potential assistants? Is Doug or TJ more coveted now after Carlisle hire?

@Covjekovski: How big of an impact will Rick Carlisle have on the Draft and potential trades this upcoming season?

Segment 2

@chubb_Dalton: What is the biggest move we can make this offseason?

@SergeantMartee: Who is responsible for strength and conditioning; how do Pacers address injuries and does the team monitor their off-season workouts?

@PacersContent: What FA is more important: McConnell or McDermott?

@El_Peckbo: What does "win now" mean and what is the ceiling of this team if they...run it back?

@HoopsHub2: How confident are you on the Pacers current roster?

@Tim_Hartog: Since Carlisle isn't known for giving rookies much playing time, should they include their pick in a win now trade?

@jbleezy42: Where does Brisset slot in the rotation next year?

@IndyPacersNBA: Do you believe that Goga is ready to be the 2nd center behind Myles or Domas?

@GillBurner: Is it time to cash in on the value of the big men and if so, what would you prefer: a high pick, a young upside player or an established vet?

@CChrisTweeting: Who is the ideal GM, should Pritchard be relieved of his duties?

@ZlaticAlex: What is Oshae's ceiling?

@zbarnettnba: What is the most you would give up for a "washed" (past their prime) point guard like Kemba Walker, etc?

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The Prospect Chronicles: James Bouknight Jun 27, 2021

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On today's episode of The Prospect Chronicles, Alex and Facci are joined by Jared Katz of Mavs Draft to breakdown the game of James Bouknight, a #PacersTwitter FAN FAVORITE.

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A New Era of Pacers Basketball is Here: Welcome Back Rick Carlisle Jun 24, 2021

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Alex Golden (@AlexGoldenNBA) and Michael J. Facci (@_Facci) are back to discuss the hiring of Rick Carlisle. The guys discuss what this hiring means for the franchise, the direction this team is heading, share comments from former players and fans on the hire, look at his strengths and weaknesses of Carlisle and praise Herb Simon for spending that money!

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Draft Lottery Results, Top 15 Prospects, Potential Draft Trades, Coaching Search Update and should Indy make trade offer for...Ben Simmons? Jun 22, 2021

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Alex Golden and Michael J Facci discuss the Pacers keeping the 13th spot in the NBA Draft, how the Lottery impacts the Pacers and the Eastern Conference, draft trade ideas, update on the coaching search and what it means for Indiana, and a Ben Simmons to Indy discussion.

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Al Jefferson is BACK Jun 21, 2021

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Alex Golden and Michael J Facci are joined by former Pacers center, Al Jefferson. On today's show, Al discusses: playing on a team that is selfish, a coach losing the locker room, why leadership is so important, his desires to get into coaching, playing in the Big 3 with Joe Johnson, how the league evolving impacts Indiana playing with two bigs, what they should do moving forward, the Pacers trading Oladipo for LeVert, what team he is rooting for in the playoffs, Jokic winning MVP, Nate McMillan's departure with the Pacers, Indiana's head coaching search and who he believes should be the next head coach of the Indiana Pacers.

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Rick Carlisle linked to Pacers; Coaching Candidates + Mock Trade Scenarios with Charlotte Jun 18, 2021

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Alex and Facci are ready to talk about Rick Carlisle and what a reunion in Indiana would look like. The guys play the pros and cons to Carlisle and give their updated Top 5 coaching candidates. Next, Alex and Facci setup a Mock Trade Scenario with Richie Randall of Buzz Beat Podcast. The guys go back and forth look at potential Hornets-Pacers trades before landing on one to end the segment. Lastly, the guys discuss the agreed upon deal and look at what each team could realistically want in a trade.

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The Prospect Chronicles: Jalen Johnson Jun 16, 2021

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Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Brian Horace of Duke Blogger to breakdown the game of freshman forward, Jalen Johnson.

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