Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

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Setting The Pace is a Pacers Podcast with Alex Golden and Mike Facci. Brought to you by the Blue Wire Podcast Network.

  1. 15h ago

    Pacers Injury Crisis: Haliburton Out Weeks, Sheppard Out Months + 76ers Loss

    Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACE and use code PACE and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup! The Indiana Pacers can't catch a break. Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to recap Indiana's 114-109 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, but the biggest story surrounding this team goes well beyond another frustrating defeat. THE INJURY NEWS JUST KEEPS GETTING WORSE. After making his long-awaited return to the court this season, Tyrese Haliburton is expected to miss at least a couple of weeks with a mild left hamstring strain. Meanwhile, T.J. McConnell continues to work his way back from his own hamstring injury, with his return potentially still another week away. And the most devastating long-term news involves Ben Sheppard, who underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus and is expected to miss several months. Alex and Facci spend an extended portion of today's episode discussing these injuries, what they mean for Indiana's depth and how Rick Carlisle can navigate a roster that's already being pushed to its limits. WHO IS GOING TO STEP UP? With Haliburton sidelined and McConnell still unavailable, the Pacers need other players to take on greater responsibilities. The guys examine the importance of Andrew Nembhard, Pascal Siakam and the supporting cast as Indiana attempts to stay competitive. Then, it's time to break down the loss to Philadelphia. Despite being severely shorthanded, the Pacers battled back from a double-digit halftime deficit and put together an impressive third quarter before ultimately falling short. Alex and Facci discuss what went right, what went wrong and why the team's effort provided some encouraging signs despite the disappointing result. How concerned should Pacers fans be about the injuries? Can Indiana stay afloat without Haliburton? And which players have the biggest opportunities to step up? All that and more on today's 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.

    Pacers Injury Crisis: Haliburton Out Weeks, Sheppard Out Months + 76ers Loss

  2. 15h ago

    Pacers Lose Heartbreaker to 76ers after 4th Quarter Collapse (Quick Recap)

    Pacers Lose Heartbreaker to 76ers after 4th Quarter Collapse (Quick Recap) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Pacers Lose Heartbreaker to 76ers after 4th Quarter Collapse (Quick Recap)

  3. 1d ago

    The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: Pacers Week 1 Review (2-2 Start, Injuries & Early Takeaways)

    Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACE and use code PACE and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup! Four games down, 78 to go! Alex Golden is flying solo on today's episode of Setting The Pace to take a closer look at the Indiana Pacers' first week of the 2026-27 NBA season! After splitting their first four games, the Pacers sit at 2-2, with plenty of reasons for optimism, some frustrating performances and an injury report that just keeps getting longer. It's time for THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY! THE GOOD 🟢 Tyrese Haliburton is back, Pascal Siakam continues to deliver, and Indiana has already shown flashes of the exciting basketball that Pacers fans have come to expect. From a thrilling opening-night victory over New Orleans to a 27-point blowout of Brooklyn, Alex examines the biggest positives from Week 1 and which early performances have been the most encouraging. THE BAD 🟡 The Pacers have also shown several areas that desperately need improvement. From inconsistent three-point shooting and rebounding struggles to some disappointing stretches on both ends of the floor, Alex looks at the early-season trends that could become bigger problems if Indiana doesn't clean them up. THE UGLY 🔴 INJURIES, INJURIES AND MORE INJURIES! Indiana's depth is already being tested, with several key rotation players missing time and the team struggling to keep a healthy lineup together. Add in poor free-throw shooting, too many second-chance points allowed and some underwhelming early contributions from the team's newest additions, and there's plenty to discuss. So what should Pacers fans actually take away from a 2-2 start? Is Indiana showing encouraging signs despite the injuries? Which struggles are temporary, and which could become legitimate concerns? Alex breaks it all down in this comprehensive Week 1 review! The Good, The Bad & The Ugly of Pacers basketball — on today's 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.

    The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: Pacers Week 1 Review (2-2 Start, Injuries & Early Takeaways)

  4. 2d ago

    Pacers Blow 11-Point Halftime Lead, Fall to Bucks 110-102 as Myles Turner Delivers

    Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACE and use code PACE and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  Despite a strong first half, Indiana struggled to maintain its offensive rhythm after the break. The Pacers repeatedly tried to make runs and reclaim momentum, but every time they got close, Milwaukee had an answer. The fourth quarter was particularly brutal, as Indiana couldn't generate enough offense to complete the comeback. AND OF COURSE… MYLES TURNER. The former Pacers center remains undefeated against Indiana in regular-season matchups since leaving, and he made his presence felt when it mattered most. Turner delivered timely blocks, important defensive plays and—yes, believe it or not—some huge rebounds down the stretch to help Milwaukee secure its first victory of the season. THE BIGGER CONCERNS How much did fatigue contribute to Indiana's struggles? How badly is the team missing its injured players? And just how concerning is the lack of available point guard depth? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Pacers Blow 11-Point Halftime Lead, Fall to Bucks 110-102 as Myles Turner Delivers

  5. 2d ago

    The Pacers Let This One SLIP AWAY Against Milwaukee (Quick Recap)

    The Pacers Let This One SLIP AWAY Against Milwaukee (Quick Recap) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Pacers Let This One SLIP AWAY Against Milwaukee (Quick Recap)

  6. 3d ago

    Haliburton Shines as Pacers Crush Nets 136-109! Zubac Injures Ankle

    Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACE and use code PACE and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup! TYRESE HALIBURTON IS BACK! Alex Golden is joined by Ben Gibson of iPacers.com to recap Indiana's dominant 136-109 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, improving the Pacers to 2-1 on the season! After a disappointing performance against Dallas, Indiana bounced back in a BIG way, and Tyrese Haliburton looked more like the All-NBA point guard Pacers fans have been waiting to see! Haliburton finished with 24 points and 10 assists, knocking down four triples and putting on a show in the second half. Alex and Ben discuss his impressive performance, the confidence he displayed and what stood out most about his night. And with the Pacers facing Milwaukee on Monday, Haliburton made it clear that he intends to play on the second night of the back-to-back! The guys also dive into Indiana's offensive explosion, as the Pacers connected on 21 three-pointers and finally found the rhythm that was missing in their first two games. But the victory didn't come without some bad news. Ivica Zubac exited in the first quarter with a left ankle injury, forcing Indiana to adjust its rotation. Jay Huff stepped up in a big way, and the guys examine what Zubac's injury could mean for the Pacers moving forward. They also highlight Pascal Siakam's continued strong play, the contributions from Indiana's supporting cast and the biggest takeaways from a much-needed bounce-back performance. Don't miss this Pacers-Nets recap with Alex Golden and Ben Gibson on 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.

    Haliburton Shines as Pacers Crush Nets 136-109! Zubac Injures Ankle

  7. 3d ago

    Tyrese Haliburton is BACK! (Quick Recap - IND 136-109)

    The Indiana Pacers win in blowout fashion, defeating the Brooklyn Nets 136-109. Alex Golden hits you with a quick recap of the game with soundbites from Chris Denari and Rick Carlisle. Haliburton is back!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tyrese Haliburton is BACK! (Quick Recap - IND 136-109)

  8. 5d ago

    Good Morning Indiana Ep. 1: Haliburton's Emotional Return + Noblesville Boom GM Chris Taylor

    GOOD MORNING, INDIANA! ☀️🏀 Welcome to the FIRST EVER episode of Good Morning Indiana, a brand-new Saturday show coming to your YouTube and podcast feeds! Every Saturday, we're bringing together different voices from around the Indiana Pacers community for a fun, unique look at Pacers basketball, the Noblesville Boom and the fans who make basketball in Indiana so special. We've got an awesome lineup for Episode 1! 🏟️ INSIDE GAINBRIDGE FIELDHOUSE — ALEX GOLDEN Alex kicks off the show by taking you inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse following the Pacers' disappointing home-opening loss to the Dallas Mavericks. He also shares a special video of Tyrese Haliburton being introduced to the home crowd and greeting Pacers fans in an emotional moment that reminds everyone just how much he means to this franchise. 🏀 THREE PACERS TAKEAWAYS — BRAD & RYAN Brad and Ryan from The Pacers Post Up take over to share three things that have stood out to them through Indiana's first two games. What has impressed them? What needs improvement? And what should Pacers fans be watching as the season progresses? 💥 NOBLESVILLE BOOM SPOTLIGHT — CHRIS TAYLOR Next, Alex welcomes Noblesville Boom General Manager Chris Taylor for our Boom segment of the week! With the NBA G League Draft just hours away at the time of recording, Chris joins the show to discuss preparations for the upcoming season and what's happening behind the scenes as the Boom get ready for another exciting year. 🎤 PACERS FAN STREET INTERVIEWS — JAKE RILEY Jake Riley of Pacers Beyond The Buzzer hits the streets to talk with a Pacers fan! This week's interview offers a quick preview of a fun new segment that will bring even more fan voices to Good Morning Indiana in future episodes. 💙💛 FAN OF THE WEEK — ERIC BOND We close out Episode 1 with Alex welcoming Eric Bond, who traveled to New Orleans for the Pacers' season-opening victory over the Pelicans! Eric shares what it was like to experience the win in person, including witnessing an emotional Tyrese Haliburton in tears following Indiana's hard-fought victory. Eric also discusses his book, But This Is Indiana, and what makes being a Pacers fan so special. From inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse to the streets of Indiana and all the way to New Orleans, this show is about celebrating the team, the community and the people who love Pacers basketball. Welcome to Good Morning Indiana! New episodes every Saturday on YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Good Morning Indiana Ep. 1: Haliburton's Emotional Return + Noblesville Boom GM Chris Taylor
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Setting The Pace is a Pacers Podcast with Alex Golden and Mike Facci. Brought to you by the Blue Wire Podcast Network.

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    2018 - 2026
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