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Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers Scott Agness
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4.7 • 61 Ratings
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Fieldhouse Files is a Pacers podcast from reporter Scott Agness, who's been around The Fieldhouse since 2003. He delivers comprehensive coverage of the team, tracking how the Pacers are performing on the court as well as going deep into stories about the team off the court.
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A Championship Conversation: Popeye Jones, Nuggets assistant coach
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files, it's almost opening night. So before a new season, let's go back to last season. It's time for another Championship Conversation, this time with Popeye Jones.
He's been in the NBA for over 30 years now, both as a player and a coach. Jones was an assistant for the Pacers from 2013-2020 and is now in his third season on Michael Malone's Nuggets staff.
He discussed his coaching journey and the experience of winning the 2023 NBA title.
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Pacers playing the long game — season preview with Bob Kravitz
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, the players are holding a mini-camp one week out from training camp, Pacers GM Chad Buchanan speaks ahead of the first practice and Bob Kravitz joins.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
00:00: Bennedict Mathurin hosting a youth camp over the weekend.
02:40: One local program becomes the first to hold a team event at Bicentennial Unity Plaza.
03:28: Players hold mini-camp in Nashville.
04:55: Reaction from front office reception; Buchanan talks (click here to watch).
Key quote: “… Our ultimate goal is down the road trying to be great — to compete for a championship and be an elite team. And that’s not going to happen right away and we don’t want to skip steps to get there.”
07:40: A conversation with Kravvy, who you can read here, on the team’s wait-and-see approach, competition for minutes, wondering where the veterans fit in, Buddy Hield’s future, Jrue Holiday?, and Indy hosting the All-Star game in February.
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Buddy Hield's future with the Pacers, Glenn Robinson III interview
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, I’ll discuss Buddy Hield’s future with the Pacers and what it means in the big picture. Then, my conversation with former Pacer and 2017 NBA Slam Dunk Champion Glenn Robinson III, who is gearing up for a comeback.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Daniel Theis in a good spot after helping Germany win Gold.
Bicentennial Unity Plaza officially opens and what’s in store.
Bally Sports+ being included in a Pacers ticket package.
Why did this come up and what Hield is wanting. (9:00)
Being a deep threat and his strong relationship with Tyrese Haliburton.
What’s his role look like and what path will the Pacers choose?
A few ways it could be resolved.
1-on-1 interview with GRIII. (28:55)
What he’s been up to and his desire to play again.
His dunk course is available at GR3.biz — use code “VIPDUNKFAM” for 25% off.
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1-on-1 with Jarace Walker
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, Scott Agness catches up with Jarace Walker during a 1-on-1 conversation.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Getting involved with business deals off the court
Being close with his sisters and sharing his draft night with them
Having a procedure on his right elbow and how he’s feeling
Settling into Indy
His relationship (and on-court battles) with Jannero Pargo
Compensation received from new teammate Obi Toppin for No. 1
Gearing up for training camp
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Dan Vance on Gabe York, Mad Ants in new G League documentary
“Destination NBA: A G League Odyssey” was produced by Amazon Studios with a runtime of just under two hours. It’s scheduled to debut Monday at 8:00 p.m. ET on Prime Video.
And look who’s on the cover for the advertisement on Prime Video? Gabe York — the Mad Ants' all-time leader in 3s in a game (nine), 3s in a season (161) and in franchise history (316).
I have not seen an early copy of the documentary, so I’ll be watching for the first time this week and expecting to see plenty of focus on players who both made it to the NBA and others who are so close, but not there yet.
The documentary is starring G League Ignite alum Scoot Henderson, plus York and Denzel Valentine (Maine). The success stories include Seth Curry, Spencer Dinwiddie, Gary Payton II and Jalen Green.
(Click here for more on York’s story)
This was a year-long endeavor for the production crew as they followed players around closely. The Mad Ants, led by general manager Chris Taylor and coach Tom Hankins, welcomed the crew with full access. Dan Vance, the team’s director of public relations and social media, also played an important role in the relationship and setting up shots and interviews.
So he’s my guest on the latest Fieldhouse Files Podcast — discussing how the team and York were featured and what that experience was like.
“The exciting part is that we tried to embrace the experience as a franchise and really show the grind of the G League from every level,” said Vance. “That was the most exciting part, being able to showcase who we were as a franchise, who these guys were as a team, and I think that hopefully shows in the documentary.
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Pacers draft recap, free agency preview
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files, I recap the Pacers draft and preview free agency, which begins on June 30 with the face of the franchise, Tyrese Haliburton.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Completing three draft capital trades in 48 hours
Drafting Jarace Walker, Ben Sheppard, Mojave King and Isaiah Wong
Insight on IU forward Trayce Jackson-Davis going to Golden State
State of the franchise — roster spots, cap space, two-way deals, etc.
What Haliburton's extension could look like
Targets via trade and in free agency
And click here to read my mega free agency primer.
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Customer Reviews
Great Pod
Scott is incredible. Great Pacers intel. Always enjoy the listen.
Great listen
Scott and super knowledgeable and fair. Gets solid guests! Can’t wait for future episodes. Def will be helpful when it comes to the 2021 All star game.
Fantastic Podcast
I absolutely love the pacers, and Scott provides such a great analysis of everything pacers and nba. Also the audio quality is far better than most podcasts I listen to.