Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

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150. Oladipo and Turner's Trade Value + Six Coaching Finalists Named Oct 04, 2020

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In today's show, Alex and Kent discuss the 6 coaching candidates that have been tied to the Pacers coaching search (1:45). Dave Joerger makes a strong impression on the Pacers in first set of interviews (3:45), would Joerger be a good Assistant Head Coach under Chauncey (6:00) and what does Doc Rivers going to the 76ers mean for the Pacers (13:00).

Next, Alex and Kent discuss Oladipo's appearance on Fat Joe's Instagram Live video (18:40) and debate whether or not the Pacers should trade him before the season starts, before the Trade Deadline or not trade him at all (26:30).

Lastly, Alex and Kent discuss what they would like in return for Myles and/or Victor in an off-season trade and would Buddy Hield be a good fit in Indiana? (40:20). Does it make sense to pair them, trade them separately or not trade them at all (49:00).

149. Grady on Oladipo Rumors and the Pacers Coaching Search Sep 30, 2020

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On today's episode of STP, Alex Golden is joined by Michael Grady (formerly with 1070 The Fan) to discuss the recent rumors around Victor Oladipo. The guys go into a lengthy conversation on whether or not the Pacers should "rebuild" their roster and what type of moves they could make with dealing both Oladipo and Turner. Lastly, Grady looks at who the Pacers could have interest in, with their new coaching hire.

148. Oladipo Trade Ideas + Player Grades Sep 30, 2020

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Alex and Facci start off today's show discussing the rumors swirling across the Twitterverse about Victor Oladipo (1:00). Alex then reads two fan trade ideas that involves the Pacers sending Turner and Oladipo to the Nets, Rockets and Celtics (11:30).

Next, Alex and Facci continue their player grades, this time breaking down the seasons of Edmond Sumner (16:30), Jeremy Lamb (21:45) and Victor Oladipo (29:00).

Lastly, Alex and Facci share close to 10 different trade ideas that they came up with, and debate whether or not these trades make sense, and if the deal would be made (42:06).

147. How the Pacers can Maximize Malcolm Brogdon's skillset; Pacers Narrowing Coaching Search Down & Where do the current Pacers stack up against the rest of the East? Sep 27, 2020

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In today's episode, Alex and Kent highlight the 5 coaching candidates who are rumored to have 2nd interviews (2:10), Alex discusses why he is intrigued by Nate Bjorgken (3:45) and if the Pacers can build a conference contender with Domas as their best player (8:50) .

Next the guys dive into who Malcolm Brogdon is as a player, and discuss if he is a better off-ball guard, or a better point guard (18:20). What player or type of players would match well with Brogdon's skillset (23:50).

Lastly, Alex and Kent discuss how the Pacers stack up against the rest of the Eastern Conference (37:45), Aaron Gordon rumored to be on the trade market (49:30), and how T.J. Warren could benefit from playing more minutes with the second unit (43:00).

146. Evaluating The Pacers Point Guards & Worst Fake Trade of the Week Sep 23, 2020

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On today's show Alex and Facci will look back at the season each of the Pacers point guards had, share their likes and dislikes, give their letter grades for their performance and discuss what they would like to see them work on for the future. Lastly, Alex and Facci share the worst fake trades of the week including trades centered around the Pacers receiving Russell Westbrook and Karl Anthony-Towns.

T. J. McConnell (2:15)

Aaron Holiday (10:15)

Malcolm Brogdon (25:30)

Worst Fake Trades (41:35)

145. Pros and Cons to trading Myles Turner; Coaching Search Expands; Playoffs and Pacers Talk with Jabari Ali Davis Sep 22, 2020

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Alex and Kent discuss the Pacers expanding their coaching search to Billy Donovan and Mike Brown (2:10), recap comments from Warren, Turner and Brogdon (11:30) on the Radiothon and pondering why Chauncey would want to coach after a successful NBA career (14:30).

Next, the guys discuss Paul George's locker room speech to the Clippers after their Game 7 loss (25:08) and Marcus Smart blowing up after the Celtics loss in Game 2, and how the Pacers would be impacted by a vocal leader (18:50)..

Kent and Alex wrap up the show recapping Myles Turner first 5 seasons with the Pacers (37:45), locker room story of Monta Ellis "bullying" Myles Turner and Joe Young (44:12), pros and cons to keeping both bigs, missing veteran leadership (58:00) and why Gordon Hayward makes sense for this Pacers roster (103:00)

Lastly, Alex talks with Jabari Ali Davis about the NBA Playoffs (112:00) and then they shift to the Pacers coaching search (129:20) and potential off-season moves (136:00).

144. NBA & Pacers Rumors with Scoop B Sep 16, 2020

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Alex Golden and Michael J Facci start off today's show discussing Chauncey Billups not interviewing with the Pacers Front Office via Zoom, why he only wants to do an in-person interview and what that means for the two sides. The guys closeout the segment discussing Malcolm Brogdon's Radiothon and how fans can enter to win a 3-hour Top Golf experience with Malcolm Brogdon.

Next, Alex and Facci talk with Senior Reporter, Brandon "Scoop B" Richardson from Heavy.com about the rumors swirling around in the NBA, specifically those that are of interest to the Indiana Pacers.

Lastly, the guys closeout the show giving their reactions to what Scoop B had to say on the Pacers coaching search and how active they could be in the summer.

143. 7 Questions About the Future of the Indiana Pacers Sep 14, 2020

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Alex Golden and Kent Sterling discuss the recent new of Mike D'Antoni becoming a free agent coaching candidate. Next, the guys dive into 7 questions about the future of this team!

•Who has more promise for the Pacers: Aaron Holiday or Goga Bitadze?

•What areas can Warren improve in?

•Brogdon the right point guard for an up-tempo offense?

•Can Sabonis be as impactful next season?

•What qualities do want from the Pacers future coach?

•Should Indiana use their full MLE on Justin Holiday?

•What can the Pacers learn from this years playoffs?

142. Chauncey Billups and Becky Hammon highlight Pacers Coaching Candidate Search Sep 11, 2020

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On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Facci and Alex react to the list of coaches the Pacers have interviewed, per Woj. The guys get into a few individual names, specifically: Chauncey Billups, Dan Craig and Becky Hammon.

141. Pacers Trade Ideas + Keith Smith Sep 09, 2020

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In today's episode Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss Pacers Trade Ideas for this off-season and chat with Keith Smith about the Pacers off-season, the NBA Playoffs and who can win the NBA Championship.

Twiiter Trade Ideas from the BEST Pacers Fans in the WORLD (3:00)

Facci and Alex's Six Trade Ideas (21:00)

Keith Smith on Pacers off-season, playoffs and more (52:40)

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