Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Alex and Facci kick off the show celebrating Chris Duarte receiving the All-Rookie Second Team honors and what a fun season this was for him, despite the injuries (1:35)! Then, the guys bring on Bob Kravitz of The Athletic to talk about Pritchard's presser, what he anticipates this offseason and the players he thinks the Pacers are most likely to draft (8:00). Later, Alex is joined by brothers Cla...

Kevin Pritchard had some important things to share with the media and fans after the Pacers landed the 6th overall pick in the draft. Alex and Facci share what stood out to them from this presser, discussed some of the prospects in their range and threw out some hypothetical trade ideas to see how the Pacers might be able to move up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

The guys watch the draft lottery live and react to the Pacers landing the 6th overall pick! Then, they discuss all the scenarios the Pacers could do with the pick and what players make the most sense. Facci closes out the show reading the history of the 6th overall pick and how its faired in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

Alex Golden is joined by David Cole and Carson Stafford to discuss Chris Duarte's stats in his rookie season, and what other players had similar stats to him in their rookie years. Alex presents NINE players who had similar stats, and the three determine which career path makes the most sense for Duarte. Afterward, the guys rank the players from 1-9 in terms of what career Duarte will most likely...

Alex Golden and Michael J Facci kick off the show discussing Myles Turner and where he stands amongst the other starting centers in the NBA. The guys go through each starting center and determine if they would rather have Turner or the said player...after this exercise the guys then agree on Turner's ranking. Later, Alex and Facci share their Top 8 Free Agents for the Pacers and what they like abo...

Alex Golden and Michael Facci do a deep-dive on NBA Prospects Paolo Banchero and Jabari Smith. The guys have 10 topics to discuss for each player and really breakdown what their game is now and what it can project to be in the NBA. HS + College Accomplishments Stats for the Regular Season and NCAA Tournament What the experts are saying for their Pro Comparisons Strengths to each players game Weakn...

Scott Agness joins Alex Golden to discuss the latest on the Indiana Pacers, what key things to keep note of this offseason and what could happen. Was this season a failure or a success (in terms of picking a direction)? First impressions of Tyrese Haliburton Players practicing at the Pacers facility and how this could help the team chemistry. Buddy, Tyrese and Oshae go to the Bahamas What's next f...

In today's episode, Alex and Facci debut their first episode of Draft Duels! Last season we went with the Prospect Chronicles, but wanted to change it up a bit and talk about two players at a time, and two that play the same position and our close on most people's Big Boards. Today, we look at the Big Ten Player of the Year and the Pac-12 Player of the Year! We will discuss stats, pros and cons to...

Alex Golden and Michael Facci go back and forth sharing the Top 10 on their Pacers centric Big Board. The guys clearly view these players differently and they discuss why they like certain players for the Pacers. This exercise was to strictly focus on the Pacers and what players makes the most sense for them moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hoste...

Facci kicks off the show looking at the Pacers last 10 draft picks, what their NBA comparison was at the time and summed up their time in Indiana. Later, Alex dives into the history of the 31st pick since the 2004 NBA Draft. How have teams done in selecting players here at 31 and how often has this pick been traded. Lastly, Tanner Turek joins Facci for our Fan of the Week segment! Learn more about...

On today's episode, Alex goes one-on-one with Dan Favale to discuss his recent article in which he had a deal for Brogdon going to Washington and Myles Turner to Charlotte. Alex and Dan discuss his trade ideas, look at other teams that could be interesting trade partners for the Pacers veterans and why these two names are most mentioned in trade rumors for the Pacers. Learn more about your ad choi...

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Michael Facci kick off their Free Agency Series with Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson. The guys take a deep dive into Brunson and why he could be a target for the Indiana Pacers. Segment 1 (1:30) Jalen Brunson's time in Dallas, and what year he was drafted..  Diving into Brunson's stats...on/off numbers with Luka Doncic Media outlets/medi...

College basketball analyst Mark Titus of Titus and Tate joins the show to discuss his love for the state of Indiana, the Pacers and the NBA Draft class of 2022. how Titus became a fan of the Indiana Pacers Favorite Pacer of all time Chet Holmgren's ceiling Paolo's growth Jabari's defense and shooting Ivey's NBA upside Thoughts on Keegan Murray Who is Shadeon Sharpe Why Mathurin is smooth EJ Liddel...

Alex and Facci jump right into Pt. 2 of the Mailbag Podcast and discuss/answer the following topics/questions! Trading for one of Charlotte's 2-picks Will Turner or Brogdon be dealt on draft night How soon till the Pacers are in the ECF predicting Haliburton's stats for next season trading for a defensive stud vs. #1 pick in the draft Brogdon to Memphis trade idea Malik Monk FA interest realistic...

Alex Golden is joined by the President of the Jermaine O'Neal Fan Club, Michael J. Facci to discuss the Cavaliers loss to Atlanta, what went wrong in that game and was the Pacers trade of LeVert to Cleveland worth it. Then, the guys jump into the mailbag podcast where they discuss the following topics: Christian Wood Trading for vets vs. trading for younger pieces What could Pacers do to get anoth...

In today's show Alex and Facci start off talking about the lackluster performance from the Hornets in Wednesday's play-in game. The Miles Bridges ejection, if he is worth a max contract and if the Pacers would be smart to offer him a deal to pair with their core. (2:52) Then, Alex discusses the possibility of Cleveland missing the playoffs and throws out a trade idea that would send Turner to Char...

Alex Golden and Michael J. Facci take sometime to recap this historic Indiana Pacers season and discuss the good and the bad that came from it. Segment 1 (3:05) play-in tournament discussion Monta Ellis off the books finally Myles' Mittens Russ-diculous trade rumors Segment 2 (27:50) Kevin Pritchard's job in jeopardy? Chad Buchanan's draft history with Portland Rick Carlisle's role with the team G...

Alex Golden starts out the show discussing the Play-In standings watch and OKC's incredible tank job against the Lakers. Then, Facci shares the Top 5 Lance Stephenson games of the season! Next, Alex is joined by Ben Gibson to briefly hit on Carlisle's comments to the media on Thursday and they ponder what direction the team is going this offseason. Later, Facci shares the Rookie Report and The Pla...

Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated and Co-host of The Crossover Pod joins Michael J. Facci to discuss the Pacers season and future, as well as some general NBA talk. Show Rundown Pacers to hit the reset button and start to rebuild? (5:50) Thoughts on Pacers-Kings Trade (9:30) Haliburton's Ceiling (14:50) NBA draft lottery odds and play-in impact (18:30) Pacers odds for the 5th pick and how the odds...

Alex Golden is joined by Rhett Bauer to discuss the updated standings and how another OKC win has opened the door for Indiana to move from the 5th worst record, to the 4th worst record in the NBA. The guys then pivot to discuss McConell's return, the possibility of Lance playing his final game in the fieldhouse, the continued good play of Buddy Hield and what one thing Isaiah Jackson did particula...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the rookie season of Chris Duarte, what went right and what went wrong, as well as his future moving forward with this team. Alex then plays a game with Facci called: Fact or Fiction. Alex shares 5 statements and the guys discuss if the statement is fact or fiction, and explain their reasoning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Alex starts off the show recapping the Pacers 128-123 loss to the Celtics and how his night ended too early. Alex then looks at the remaining 4 games for the season and looks at the inverse standings. Next, Facci comes on to discuss veteran free agents the Pacers could target in the offseason. Alex returns for the Quote of the Week to discuss the future of Chirs Duarte. Lastly, Facci ends the show...

Alex Golden and Facci react to the latest HoopsHype Podcast with Scott Agness and Michael Scotto. Alex and Facci share their thoughts on each Pacers player discussed and how their future could look with the team. -Myles Turner -Malcolm Brogdon -Buddy Hield -T.J. Warrem -Jalen Smith -What the Pacers could do with their Cap Space Lastly, the guys discuss the East Standings and why the Cavaliers migh...

Alex and Facci are back for PART 2 of the Mailbag podcast! The guys discuss: BPA vs Fit: Homerun swing if we land in the 5-9 range When do the Pacers next make the ECF and who is on this hypothetical team Is it smart to extend Turner even if he is not a part of the long term plans? Brogdon Trade Idea that involves picks plus two veterans How can the Pacers climb out of mediocrity Is there interest...

Alex and Facci are BACK and the guys kick off the show discussing the news of Myles Turner missing the remainder of the season and what this means moving forward! (4:00) Then, the guys celebrate episode 400 by answering mailbag questions from our great listeners! (12:00) MAILBAG TOPICS -How does Buddy handle a potential role change next season? (14:00) -What have we both agreed on and disagreed on...