Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Alex Golden and Mike Facci recap the Pacers massive overtime victory over the Boston Celtics. Bennedict Mathurin erupted off the bench with 30 points and 11 rebounds, Siakam dropped 29 points, and the last 5 for the Pacers in OT to pull away from Boston. Myles Turner didn't play, Nembhard was pulled after just 5-minutes (knee injury confirmed postgame by Carlisle), but the Pacers pulled a tough on...

On today's show, Alex does a short Pacers vs. Celtics preview to kick off the podcast. Then, Alex plays the clip from 107.5 The Fan, where Rick Carlisle addressed why Mathurin is getting inconsistent minutes and what he needs to do better. Alex then brings on Kevin Bowen from the Wake Up Call with KB and Andy, who interviewed Carlisle about Mathurin's playing time. The guys discuss Carlisle's answ...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to recap another heartbreaking Pacers loss. It's only 4 games into the season, but is it time to panic? The guys discuss that, what went wrong in this game, late game execution, weird rotations, boneheaded decisions in crunch time and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adsw...

Tonight, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers 118-114 overtime loss to the depleted 76ers. The guys dive into the final moments of both the 4th quarter and OT and share why they think Indiana failed to pull out a win. Alex points out Pascal's play, Mathurin's benching for Walker in the 2nd quarter, the Pacers rotations, Indy's inability to slow down Eric Gordon and the discrepancy on the glass. Facci h...

Alex Golden and Facci recap the Pacers brutal loss to the New York Knicks. They spend the majority of this conversation discuss what's wrong with Tyrese Haliburton and share their thoughts on his struggles. In addition to that, they highlight the players who did play well (Bennedict Mathurin, Jarace Walker), the physicality New York played with and ponder what is going on with Rick Carlisle's rota...

After leaving the Knicks and their fans devastated with a Game 7 victory in The Garden, the Pacers look to steal their joy once again as the Knicks host the blue and gold for their home opener of the season. With all the additions and subtractions New York made in the offseason, Alex Golden was asked to join Knicks Fan TV to preview this highly anticipated game on ESPN. We hope you enjoyed this ep...

Alex Golden is back with Facci to recap the Pacers victory over the Detroit Pistons! 5 Pacers scored in double figures, Siakam nearly had a triple-double, Haliburton wasn't efficient but hit the dagger and had 5 stocks, Turner went ham in the 3rd quarter, Mathurin reminded Jaden Ivey that he is his worst nightmare and TJ McConnell was productive as per usual. The guys breakdown the game, discuss t...

PACERS BASKETBALL IS BACK! On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Facci is joined by Bryce Simon, from The Game Theory Podcast with Sam Vecenie and The Pistons Pulse to talk all things Pacers and Pistons. The guys look at the Pistons upgrading their roster in the offseason, key matchups for both teams, the Bennedict Mathurin and Jaden Ivey rivalry as well as share their predictions for the first...

Pacers GM, Chad Buchanan, stops by the show to discuss the decision to cut Cole Swider and Kendall Brown. What they would like to do with their open roster spot and what skillset of player they could target. He also discusses the play from the preseason, agreeing with coach about the starters struggles, what he liked from different players, an update on the progress of Johnny Furphy, how to improv...

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci each give 5 BOLD predictions for the Indiana Pacers upcoming season. Then, in segment 2, they give BOLD predictions for other teams in the NBA. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a 5-STAR rating and review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers 121-116 victory over the Charlotte Hornets after what looked like to be a likely loss. While the outcome of the game doesn't matter, how the Pacers overcame a deficit this large was notable. especially with how hard the 3rd string unit worked for this victory. In addition to that, the guys discuss what caused the Pacers to fall so far behind, concerning comments fro...

Alex and Facci recorded this episode on Monday evening (October 14th) before the Indiana Pacers waived Kendall Brown. The guys go through all 19 players on the Pacers training camp roster and determined if their stock was up, down or in the middle based on the offseason and their play in the preseason. After that, the guys debut a NEW segment called, Top 5. The guys will have different topics each...

Alex and Facci give their regular season Player Awards predictions for the NBA and the Pacers. -MVP -Defensive Player of the Year -6th Man of the Year -Most Improved -Rookie (or 1st year with Pacers) Then the guys end the show with Hot Take Corner! The guys share 1 basketball hot take and 1 non-basketball hot take. Leave us a 5 star rating and review if you love this show! Learn more about your ad...

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers loss, discuss each player that played and how they performed and praised the play of Zach Edey, Desmond Bane and the edge Memphis played with that Indiana didn’t. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis...

The great Justin Termine is back to discuss Pacers and NBA Storylines with Alex Golden. The guys spend the first third of the show discussing this upcoming season for the Pacers, the offseason moves they made, whether or not paying Toppin what they did was an overpay, the depth of their team, Nembhard's coming out party in the East Finals, Tyrese getting back to where he once was, having Siakam fo...

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers win over the B-version of the Cavaliers in preseason game #2. Mathurin's breakout performance Jarace's impact on both ends Myles makes his preseason debut Wiseman dominates the glass Enrique Freeman puts on a show for his family and friends Swider and Kendall position battle thoughts Tristan Newton gets first look at 3rd string point guard Indy's pathetic defensive...

Alex and Facci conclude the October Mailbag by answering these awesome questions below: 1). Andrew  I know there is much to see with the season around the corner. But, if it came down to it and the Pacers decided to make a young talent, consolidation trade. Who is a player you’d love to see the Pacers target in that trade? Love y’all’s podcast, keep up the good work! Yes ‘Cers! 2). DFC - Dirty Fli...

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers first preseason game of the season, where the blue and gold were without Myles Turner, Isaiah Jackson and Johnny Furphy. The guys discuss what players stood out, what they thought of each unit Carlisle ran out there, who stood out the most in the game and more. To closeout the show, Alex and Facci share a non-basketball and a basketball hot take. Let us know what yo...

Alex and Facci return to answer more questions from the October Mailbag. Thanks to our awesome fans for sending in the questions! 1). Garret from Buffalo, NY We seemed to be better defensively after Benn was injured last season. Do you think we will be better defensively this season with Mathurin back? Do you think Walker is a regular in the starting five at any point this season? 2). Michael Luca...

Alex and Facci are back for another podcast episode! Today, the guys answer YOUR questions for the month of October! Thanks to our awesome listeners for their questions! 1). Michael Lucas  Do you think Mathurin plays a Jamal Crawford like 6th man? Average 30+minutes and closing out the game instead of Nesmith? Or does he run primarily with 2nd unit and Average 20-24 minutes. I don't see him starti...

Alex Golden is joined by Dustin Dopirak, Indiana Pacers Beat Writer for the Indy Star to discuss Aaron Nesmith being the forgotten man in the rotation, but how vital his play is to the success of this team. How does NBA officiating adapting more of the FIBA rules, allowing for a more physical style of play impact the Pacers? Myles Turner and Tyrese Haliburton adding muscle over the offseason, impr...

Alex and Facci share 6 questions that they feel are important for this team to reach its' highest level of success this season. Let us know what questions you have with the team as they embark on another 82 game season with expectations larger than in any year entering the season with Tyrese Haliburton and the gang. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Sim...

On today's episode, Alex and Facci share their most intriguing quotes from Pacers Media Day. Tyrese Haliburton builds relationship with Steph Curry during the Olympics, Myles added 7 pounds of muscle, Carlisle likes the depth of this roster, Big supporters of James Wiseman and MORE! Then, they dive into Day 1 of Pacers Training Camp and share their thoughts on what happened, what the players/Carli...

Pacers fans, this was a fun one! 3rd year guard, Benn Mathurin, stops by Setting The Pace for another interview. On today's show we dive into: rehabbing from his injury, what his expectations are for this season, sitting out during the playoffs and how he learned from that, what he thought of the offseason for Indiana, his belief in this group moving forward, some new hobbies he dove into over the...

Alex Golden and Facci are joined by Jeremiah Johnson, sideline reporter for Bally Sports Indiana to discuss the upcoming season for the Pacers. The guys discuss the amount of disrespect the Pacers are getting after their run to the Eastern Conference Finals last season, how they're being viewed now as a team and how they can prove the doubters wrong. They look at specific players they're intrigued...