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Setting The Pace is a Pacers Podcast with Alex Golden and Mike Facci.
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- Today31 min
Player Previews: Aaron Nesmith & Jarace Walker
Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back for Episode 5 of their eight-part Pacers Player Preview Series, and today the focus shifts to Aaron Nesmith and Jarace Walker.The guys begin with Nesmith, who has developed into one of Indiana's most important two-way players. What does the next step look like for him? Can he continue to provide elite shooting while taking on difficult defensive assignments every night? And with Tyrese Haliburton back and Kelly Oubre Jr. joining the rotation, could Nesmith's role look different this season?Alex and Facci discuss what they want to see from Nesmith, what would constitute another successful season and make their official stat predictions for Indiana's starting wing.Then, the conversation shifts to one of the biggest wild cards on the entire roster: Jarace Walker.Walker enters a pivotal season with plenty still to prove. Where exactly does he fit into Rick Carlisle's rotation? Can he establish himself as the Pacers' primary backup wing? What areas of his game need to improve for him to earn consistent minutes? And just how important is this season when it comes to his long-term future in Indiana?Alex and Facci discuss the competition for minutes, what a legitimate breakout season could look like for Walker and what they need to see from him to feel confident about his future with the Pacers.Plus, the guys make their official stat predictions for both players and identify the biggest questions surrounding each of them heading into the season.Roles. Expectations. Areas for improvement. Stat predictions.The Pacers Player Preview Series rolls on with Aaron Nesmith and Jarace Walker! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 days ago37 min
ESPN’s Bobby Marks Previews the NBA Season
ESPN's Bobby Marks joins Alex Golden and Mike Facci for a loaded conversation previewing the upcoming NBA season!There was so much to discuss that the guys couldn't even get to everything on their list—but Bobby delivered plenty of insight on the Pacers, the Eastern Conference, the championship picture and some of the most fascinating teams around the league.The conversation begins with Indiana and the changing landscape of the East before diving into Atlanta's offseason additions and just how much better the Hawks could be this season. The guys also discuss the Knicks, what losing Mitchell Robinson means for New York and how that could impact the hierarchy of the conference.From there, Bobby weighs in on Kawhi Leonard returning to Toronto, how long it could take Philadelphia to figure out its new-look lineup and develop chemistry, and whether the Miami Heat should legitimately be viewed as title contenders with their current roster.Then, it's time to discuss some of the league's biggest question marks.How bleak is the Clippers' future? What should we make of the Jalen Duren debacle and Detroit's offseason? Did the Pistons do enough to remain a factor in the East?The guys also head out West, where Oklahoma City and San Antonio enter the season with massive expectations. Bobby shares which teams he believes have the best chance to disrupt an OKC-San Antonio collision course and what could stand in the way of the conference's top contenders.Finally, the conversation comes back to Indiana.Where does Bobby Marks see the Pacers finishing in the Eastern Conference? How does he view their roster compared to the other contenders? And which four teams does he have reaching the Eastern and Western Conference Finals?It's a wide-ranging NBA preview with one of the league's most plugged-in analysts as ESPN's Bobby Marks joins Setting The Pace! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 4 days ago39 min
Fever Playoff Standings Watch: Are We Getting Caitlin vs. Angel?!
Alex Golden and Casey Johnson are back for another episode of the Fever Focus Podcast, and with only four games remaining in the regular season, there is A LOT to watch for as the Indiana Fever prepare for the playoffs.The guys start the show by celebrating Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Stephanie White winning gold with Team USA at the FIBA Women's World Cup. What did the experience mean for Clark and Boston, and what can they take away from playing on the biggest international stage as they return to Indiana?Then, it's time to dive into the biggest storyline of the final four games: PLAYOFF STANDINGS WATCH.The Fever and Atlanta Dream enter the final stretch with identical 26-14 records, but Atlanta owns the tiebreaker. That puts enormous pressure on Indiana to finish the season strong if the Fever want to secure home-court advantage in the playoffs.But it's not as simple as just winning out.Alex and Casey sift through the different scenarios still in play, what needs to happen for Indiana to move ahead of Atlanta, how much room for error the Fever actually have and just how important home court could be once the postseason begins.After breaking down the standings, the guys turn their attention specifically to the Fever and what they need to see over these final four games.Casey unveils his "3 R's" that he'll be monitoring as Indiana transitions from the World Cup break back into regular-season basketball and prepares for what it hopes will be a deep playoff run.What needs to improve? What needs to carry over? And what could these final four games tell us about how prepared the Fever really are for postseason basketball?Finally, Alex and Casey preview what's coming next for Fever Focus as the regular season winds down and the playoffs quickly approach.Four games. Home-court advantage on the line. And everything still to play for. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 4 days ago39 min
Kelly Oubre Jr. Could Be EXACTLY What the Pacers Needed - Player Previews: Kelly Oubre Jr. + Kobe Brown
Alex Golden and Mike Facci continue their Pacers Player Preview Series, and this time the guys turn their attention to two wings with very different expectations heading into the season: Kelly Oubre Jr. and Kobe Brown.First up is Oubre, one of Indiana's biggest additions of the offseason.Alex and Facci dive into what Oubre brings to this Pacers roster, where he fits into Rick Carlisle's rotation and why his combination of size, athleticism, defense and scoring could make him such an important piece for a team with championship aspirations.What should his role look like? How much will Indiana ask him to score? What does he add defensively? And what would a successful first season in a Pacers uniform look like?The guys lay out their expectations, discuss what they want to see from Oubre and make their official stat predictions for his first year in Indiana.Then, Alex and Facci shift their attention to Kobe Brown. After showing some intriguing flashes with the Pacers last season, Brown returns on a two-way contract with another opportunity to prove he belongs in Indiana's long-term plans.What does Brown need to show this season? Is there a path to legitimate NBA minutes on a deep Pacers roster? And what parts of his game could give him a chance to eventually become a regular rotation piece?To close out the show, Alex and Facci put a bow on the last four players they've previewed—Andrew Nembhard, Ben Sheppard, Kelly Oubre Jr. and Kobe Brown—with a round of rapid-fire questions.The guys make some tough choices, compare the four players, discuss their biggest questions and expectations for the group, and finally hand out an overall letter grade for this collection of Pacers guards and wings.Another four players are officially in the books as the eight-part Player Preview Series rolls on! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 5 days ago34 min
Player Previews - Andrew Nembhard & Ben Sheppard: Is Ben Sheppard Running Out of Time in Indiana?
Alex Golden and Mike Facci continue their eight-part Pacers Player Preview Series, and today they turn their attention to Andrew Nembhard and Ben Sheppard—two guards entering very interesting seasons for completely different reasons.First up is Nembhard.After taking on significantly more responsibility with Tyrese Haliburton out last season, Nembhard now has to transition back into playing alongside Indiana's star point guard. So, what does his role look like with Haliburton back in the lineup?Alex and Facci discuss how Nembhard has improved over the last few seasons, what he showed with an expanded role last year and how the Pacers can utilize those improvements without asking him to be the primary ball handler every night.How frequently should Nembhard run the offense? Can taking some of the playmaking responsibilities off Haliburton actually make Indiana more dangerous? And what should the next step look like for Nembhard on both ends of the floor?The guys share what they want to see from Drew this season, set expectations for his role and make their official stat predictions.Then, it's time for Ben Sheppard, who enters arguably the most important season of his young career.Sheppard is entering the final year of his rookie-scale contract, but with everyone healthy, he could begin the season outside Rick Carlisle's 10-man rotation.So how does Sheppard force his way back into the mix?Alex and Facci discuss what Sheppard needs to improve, where his opportunities could come from, what it will take to earn consistent minutes and how his role this season could impact his chances of earning his next NBA contract.It's another edition of the Pacers Player Preview Series with roles, expectations, goals and stat predictions for Andrew Nembhard and Ben Sheppard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 6 days ago38 min
Could Braden Smith Eventually Replace T.J. McConnell? Player Previews Ep. 2
Alex Golden and Mike Facci continue their eight-part Pacers Player Preview Series, and today the focus shifts to two very different point guards: T.J. McConnell and Braden Smith.The guys start with McConnell as he enters his 12th NBA season and eighth year with the Indiana Pacers. At 34 years old, T.J. is officially one of the elder statesmen of this roster—but after everything he's meant to Indiana over the last several seasons, what should expectations look like this year?Alex and Facci discuss McConnell's role behind Tyrese Haliburton, how many minutes he should play on a nightly basis, whether his responsibilities could change with Haliburton returning and what the Pacers need from their veteran point guard to make another deep postseason run.They also discuss what they specifically want to see from T.J. this season and make their official stat predictions for one of the most important players on Indiana's second unit.Then, the guys turn their attention to Braden Smith.After joining the Pacers on a two-way contract, what should Year 1 look like for the former Purdue point guard? Alex and Facci discuss where Smith fits into Indiana's crowded guard rotation, how much NBA playing time he could realistically receive and what areas of his game will determine whether he can eventually become a legitimate rotation player.What does Smith need to prove as a rookie? Could he eventually push his way into Rick Carlisle's rotation? And what would constitute a successful first season for the young point guard?Roles, expectations, goals and stat predictions for T.J. McConnell and Braden Smith as the Pacers Player Preview Series rolls on! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago36 min
Player Previews: Tyrese Haliburton & Quenton Jackson - Goals, Expectations, Roles and Predictions!
Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back, and today they're kicking off a brand-new eight-part Player Preview Series on Setting The Pace!Over the next eight episodes, Alex and Facci will work their way through the Pacers roster, breaking down each player's role, expectations and goals for the upcoming season while also making their official stat predictions.First up: Tyrese Haliburton and Quenton Jackson.The guys start with Haliburton as he prepares to make his long-awaited return to the court. What are realistic expectations for Tyrese after missing all of last season? How quickly can he return to the player Pacers fans remember? And should his role look any different after everything Indiana learned while playing without him?Alex and Facci discuss what they want to see from Haliburton, what a successful season would look like, where he can continue to grow and make their official predictions for his points, assists, rebounds, shooting percentages and more.Then, the attention turns to Quenton Jackson.After earning a standard NBA contract last season and having his deal become fully guaranteed this summer, where does Jackson fit into a crowded Pacers backcourt?The guys discuss how big of a role Q could realistically have, where his minutes could come from, what he needs to show to earn Rick Carlisle's trust and what would constitute a successful season for the 28-year-old guard.Plus, Alex and Facci make their official stat predictions for Jackson and discuss what they most want to see from him this season.Roles. Expectations. Goals. Stat predictions.The eight-part Pacers Player Preview Series officially begins with Tyrese Haliburton and Quenton Jackson! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago58 min
John Nolan on Team USA, Fever Stretch Run, Engelbert Retirement
Casey is joined by John Nolan, radio voice of the Indiana Fever, for a wide-ranging conversation on the team, the league, and everything surrounding one of the most interesting stretches of the season. Topics include:The absurdity of online Fever discourse and how hard it has become to talk about the actual basketball What Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston can gain from their Team USA experience Caitlin and Kelsey Mitchell continuing to stack up record-breaking performances Aliyah Boston’s steady presence and why her consistency matters so much Makayla Timpson’s rise and how quickly she has carved out a role Why Ty Harris feels like the perfect veteran addition for this Fever team Cathy Engelbert’s announcement and the bigger questions facing the WNBA What qualities the next commissioner needs to have to lead the league forward A loaded conversation with John Nolan on the Fever’s present, their future, and where the league goes from here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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