Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

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Believe in Brissett, Sumner Rollin', Week Preview, Draft Prospects, Mailbag Questions and Play-In Predictions Apr 27, 2021

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Alex and Facci are back and they hit on a numerous amount of topics for todays show:
-Can a young core of Goga, Sumner and Brissett be a bench core for a playoff contender?
-Who is the better player: LeVert or Brogdon
-Why Aaron Holiday is getting inconsistent playing time
-Game Previews against Portland and Brooklyn
-Draft Prospects Series: Looking at the pros and cons to Ziaire Smith's and Franz Wagner's games
-Ceiling of Ed and Oshae
-Should the Pacers trade more than one of the centers this season?
-Play-In Tournament: Do the guys feel confident playing against any of the teams in that 7-12 range? If the Pacers do wind up with the 7th or 8th seed, who do the guys think Indiana matches up with best in a playoff series?

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The Oshae Brissett Game, Draft Prospects, Tanking Thunder + SI's Rohan Nadkarni on LeVert's Comeback Apr 22, 2021

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Alex was a guest on The Uncontested Pod (OKC Podcast) with Jacob Kniffen after tonight's game. The audio is from their Locker Room App post game show. The guys talk about the game, the season for both teams, Domantas Sabonis evolving into an All-Star, the Pacers-Thunder Trade History, potential draft prospects and a little fun with Tankathon.com.

Later, Facci interviews Sports Illustrated's Rohan Nadkarni about his piece on Caris LeVert and his return from surgery.

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Injuries Dictating Pacers' Season + Mailbag Questions Apr 21, 2021

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Mike Facci and Alex Golden respond to the news of Indiana signing Oshae Brissett to a 3-year deal, discuss the injuries that have occurred to the Pacers team, who the face of the franchise is currently and why Alex thinks fans should keep an eye on trading one of the centers to Toronto.

Next, the guys respond to your suggested topics and answer your questions. Facci and Alex spend a large amount of time discussing Brogdon's future, Goga's growth and what that means, the issues with Bjorkgren and his system, draft prospects they like and what this roster would have to look like to be a legit championship contender.

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It's Time For the Pacers to Make a Move This Off-Season Apr 16, 2021

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Alex Golden is joined by host of The Ride with JMV from 107.5 the fan.

Alex and JMV dive into the Pacers struggles this season, why fans are turned off by this team, then JMV shares why he thinks Myles is the guy who will get moved, but isn't sure to where. Alex throws out ideas of where he could be dealt, with teams that could use an upgrade at center.

The guys discuss Warren's absence, what his presence would've meant to the team. The ups and downs from Bjorkgren this season, and why fans turned on Myles earlier in his career. JMV also asks if this team would be better with Hayward.

Later the guys discuss what a high draft pick would do to this franchise, if players leave because they lack trust in the front office (Vic and PG), the lack of a veteran presence and the lack of athleticism on the roster.

Lastly, the guys share funny stories about their names, what they ultimately thinks happens with this team, Turner's value as the glue guy and what dealing him might do to the franchise for the future.

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Remembering the Life of Bobby "Slick" Leonard Apr 14, 2021

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Longtime writer for the Indiana Pacers, Mark Montieth, joins Alex Golden for a 1 on 1 conversation to reflect and remember the great life of Bobby Slick Leonard.

Who can hear conversations with Slick Leonard on Mark Montieth's website: MarkMontieth.com

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Do You Believe in The Pacers? + Top 5 Most Interesting Players To Watch This Season Apr 13, 2021

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Join Alex and Facci as they recap the Pacers winning streak, look at the upcoming schedule, discuss if Caris LeVert will fit with this team longterm, the recent play of Aaron Holiday, whether or not the Pacers will win if they're in the play in game and end the show giving their Top 5 list of most interesting players to watch this season.

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Is it time to…Tank? + How Should Indy approach the off-season? Apr 07, 2021

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Alex and Facci went LIVE on Locker Room App to recap the Pacers game against the Bulls. Tyler Smith, who covers the Pacers for IndySportsLegends.com, joined the show to recap the game and share his thoughts on the teams future for this season and the off-season.

Throughout the show, the guys discussed a number of topics about the team's future, why packing it in this season might be the best long term decision, whether or not Bjorkgren could be on the hot seat next season if the team struggles, how much pressure is Pritchard under, pros and cons to picking Turner or Sabonis as the solo center...and more!

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5 Questions on the Pacers with Mark Schindler and Rhett Bauer Apr 05, 2021

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After the Pacers win in San Antonio Alex Golden is joined by Rhett Bauer and Mark Schindler to discuss: Aaron Holiday's play of late, the growth of Edmond Sumner, TJ McConnell's reputation as a good defender, Caris LeVert's post game comments, the pros to only keeping one center, which center should they keep and have we seen enough this season to make a definitive decision, Goga's growth and if it makes one of TurBonis expendable and lastly, the guys make predictions on if the Pacers will finish above .500 this season.

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Mark Montieth on the Pacers Struggles + What Areas the Pacers need to Improve the Roster Apr 01, 2021

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Alex and Facci are joined by Mark Montieth to recap the Pacers meltdown in the 4th quarter, what is the cause of their unsuccessful play, the issues with the makeup of this roster, whether or not McConnell should be playing as much as he is and what the ultimate ceiling is for this team with a healthy T.J. Warren.

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Chris Denari Mailbag Podcast + Victor OUT for Pacers vs. Heat Mar 30, 2021

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Alex and Facci jump right into Indiana's horrific game against the Wizards. The guys discuss what went wrong and why it was such a horrific loss.

Next, Chris Denari comes on to discuss the game, the Trade Deadline, the recent play of the team, the LeVert trade, Oladipo not playing, answers your mailbag questions and shares his favorite moment with Quinn this season.

Later, Alex and Facci discuss Oladipo missing Wednesday's game against the Pacers, and whether or not they'll ever see Oladipo against Indiana in a Miami jersey.

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