Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Mike Facci is joined by Keith Smith of Spotrac to recap the low scoring affair between Boston and Indiana, which saw the Pacers pullout the 2 point win thanks to Siakam's game winning shot. The guys also dive into Siakam's All-Star case, what Indiana is doing better over the last 3 games and what are the motives of the Pacers at the NBA Trade Deadline? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

On today's 13th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the New York Knicks and discuss the centers they have on their roster. KAT has been great for the Knicks but what if New York does have what it takes to land Giannis? KAT is likely on the move to match salaries, which is where Indiana could play a factor in.  The guys spend a chunk of time talking about Mitchell Rob...

On today's 12th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Brooklyn Nets and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Nic Claxton is the starter, averaging solid numbers and making decent money. Would he fit Indiana, if so, who would they have to give up to get him? Also on the Nets roster is Day'ron Sharpe, and he is on a favorable contract for the Pacers. The gu...

On today's 11th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Boston Celtics and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Neemias Queta has blossomed in a larger role as the starting center for the Celtics but will this improved play be too costly for the Celtics in 2026 free agency? Would this be a good FA target for Indiana? Luka Garza in 26 games (at the time of t...

Alex Golden is joined by Tyler Smith of Indy Sports Legends to discuss the Pacers wire to wire victory over the Miami Heat. Andrew Nembhard was elite with 29 points, 9 assists and 0 turnovers, Jarace Walker had a sensational game and Indiana as a collective group found a way to counter all that Miami had. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

On today's 10th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Memphis Grizzlies and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Zach Edey is a talented big man, currently dealing with an injury, but in his 11-games of play this year, he has looked great! Jock Landale has exceeded expectations and is very affordable. Santi Aldama is a name that does not get talked about...

On today's 9th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Dallas Mavericks and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Anthony Davis is a talented player, but would Indiana be willing to pay what it will take to get him? Also, is he worth that cost? Why and why not?   The guys also look at Dwight Powell, a Dallas Mavericks legend, Daniel Gafford, a name that has...

Alex Golden is joined by David Cole to discuss the Indiana Pacers defeating the Charlotte Hornets 114-112 after Siakam's go-ahead bucket and McConnell's iconic "McConnell" backcourt steal. This win also was the 1,000th for head coach Rick Carlilse, who has been waiting for this day for over a month. At the end of the recap, we dive into the impact the Trae Young trade has on the Pacers this season...

On today's 8th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the New Orleans Pelicans and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Derrik Queen has been a standout rookie, Yves Missi has been less notable stat wise in his sophomore year, Kevon Looney isn't playing much and somehow DeAndre Jordan is still in the NBA. The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth t...

Alex Golden is joined by Bob Kravitz, from BobKravitz.com to discuss the Indiana Pacers future, specifically with Benn Mathurin and Jarace Walker. The NBA Trade Deadline is slowly approaching, but it will be here before you know it. The guys discuss why a trade before the deadline will help them in the long run. In addition to Mathurin and Walker, as well as the glaring hole at starting center, Bo...

On today's 7th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Houston Rockets and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Alperen Sengun is a young 23-year-old stud, but they also have veterans Steven Adams and Clint Capela.  The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current and future contract situation is, how likely it is that t...

Mike Facci and Bob Schmidt, from Fear The Fro, join forces to recap the Pacers 13th straight loss and the 21st win of the year for Cleveland. The guys look at what went wrong for the Pacers and what went right for the Cavs? The guys also discuss Indiana's poor 4th quarter, the landscape of the Eastern Conference and Indiana's decisions at the trade deadline.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa...

On today's 6th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the San Antonio Spurs and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Victor Wembanyama is the most untouchable player in the NBA, but what about Luke Kornet, Kelly Olynyk or Bismack Bioyombo?  The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current and future contract situation is, h...

Alex Golden is joined by Derek Schultz to discuss the Indiana Pacers 6-30 start and how the effects of tanking can weigh on a team. Derek shares his thoughts on whether or not this lost season will have ripple effects for the future and what makes this so hard for veteran leaders like Pascal Siakam and a Hall of Fame level coach in Rick Carlisle. After that, the guys discuss if the Pacers should b...

On today's 5th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Washington Wizards and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Alex Sarr is the 2024 1st overall pick, Marvin Bagley III is a former 2nd overall pick, and they have two-way big man, Tristan Vukcevic at the center spot.  The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current a...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci recap the Pacers 135-127 loss to the Orlando Magic where three things cost them this game: Fouls, Points in the Paint and 2nd Quarters. They also discuss Benn Mathurin being out with a thumb injury for an undisclosed time, and what that means for Benn and the rest of the guys on the roster.  Join our FREE Group Chat on Chat BCC! Click this link!  Stop by Ripple Bagel and...

On today's 4th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Miami Heat and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Bam Adebayo and Kel'el Ware are two terrific players, and they have 1 two-way player, Vladislav Goldin, at the center spot.  The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current and future contract situation is, how lik...

Alex Golden is joined by Bradley Knight of the Pacers Post Up to recap tonight's game and discuss: Wembanyama-less Spurs Handle Pacers Micah Potter Starts and plays well! Jarace Benched in 2nd Half Rough Mathurin Game Solid Siakam and Nembhard game Kam Jones run in 2nd half...+16 Pacers #11 Draft!   Join the Group Chat on Chat BCC here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

On today's 3rd episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Charlotte Hornets and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Ryan Kalkbrenner is the Hornet's starting center, but they also roster Mason Plumlee, Moussa Diabate and 1 two-way player (PJ Hall) at the center spot.  The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current and fu...

Alex Golden is joined by Casey Johnson to hear his Top 5 items on his Indiana Pacers New Years Wishlist. The guys dive into a ton of different things but focusing mostly on using the final 48 games of the season to find answers for the upcoming season! Join the group chat over at Chat BCC to play Pacers Trivia and interact with other Pacers fans! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a...

On today's 2nd episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Atlanta Hawks and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Onyeka Okongwu is the Hawk's starting center, but they also roster Kristaps Porzingis, Asa Newell, Mo Gueye and 2 two-way players at the center spot.  The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current and future c...

The Indiana Pacers fall to the Orlando Magic, 112-110, extending their losing streak to 10 games. Rick Carlisle spoke about "petty nonsense" being a first half issue and said that he's done with it. Alex Golden goes solo on today's show to recap the game, highlighting a key change at halftime, getting to see Nesmith, Nembhard, Siakam and Mathurin together for an extended run, seeing Shepp back in...

On today's 1st episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Orlando Magic and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Wendell Carter Jr. is the Magic's starting center, but they also roster Goga Bitadze, Mo Wagner, Jonathan Isaac (small ball center) and 2 two-way players, at the center spot.  The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what t...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Tony East of Locked on Pacers to discuss the elephant in the room, what do the Pacers do with Benn Mathurin? The guys weigh all the options, discuss the reasonings for every move and why this is such a unique situation. Alex, Facci and Tony also dive into young guys getting more opportunities, like Furphy and Jones, as well as Sheppard's role and future, Ja...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to recap the Pacers 126-119 loss to the Rockets, which now extends their losing streak to 9-games. The guys dive into how poorly this team looks around Siakam on a night-to-night basis and why even adding an Aaron Nesmith back into the mix is not changing the overall results of how the team is playing. Then, Alex came up with a "10 Things List" of things he woul...