Mark Montieth: Best of luck: Some NBA draft picks might never see a game
Reality of one kind or another will set in as time goes on, but for now, let everyone enjoy their hat-donning photo ops and family celebrations and press conferences.
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‘Hoopfest’ park, many exhibits to highlight basketball theme at Indiana State Fair
Contests on a full-sized court, basketball-themed movies and exhibits focused on iconic players and visual art will serve as a prelude to the 2024 NBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis.
Derek Schultz: Blueprint for a Pacers breakthrough?
While people in Indianapolis might not often think of the Denver Nuggets, the respective journeys of the two franchises have largely mirrored each other over the years.
Wizards, Pacers exchange players after making NBA Draft picks
The Indiana Pacers had the No. 7 pick and Washington was at No. 8, but after the teams made their picks, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced the teams were exchanging the players in a trade to be finalized later.
Nuggets trade into draft’s first round by swapping picks with Pacers, source says
The Pacers still have the seventh, 26th and 55th picks in Thursday’s draft, in addition to the newly acquired 40th pick.
Lucas Oil Stadium to host Saturday events for 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend
Event organizers plan to use the south end of Lucas Oil to accommodate 35,000 spectators for on-court activities, including the Slam Dunk competition, the 3-Point Contest and the Skills Challenge.
Mark Montieth: Lucky No. 7? Pacers’ options are endless for next week’s draft
The only certainty is that Thursday promises to be an eventful evening for the Pacers, potentially one of the most significant in franchise history because of the menu of opportunities that awaits them.
Spurs win NBA draft lottery; Pacers to pick seventh
In the NBA’s most anticipated lottery drawing of the past 20 years, the San Antonio Spurs emerged as the winner of the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes Tuesday.
Noblesville City Council OKs project terms for Pacers G League arena
Mayor Chris Jensen said the arena is expected to attract about 65,000 people to Noblesville per year, which he said would equate to more than $30 million in annual economic impact for the city.
Noblesville to build $36M arena to woo Pacers’ Mad Ants from Fort Wayne
As part of the move, the Mad Ants—named in honor of Fort Wayne’s namesake “Mad” Anthony Wayne—will get a new nickname.
Derek Schultz: Regardless of wins and losses, the Pacers’ season was a success
As with any discussion, objectively evaluating the Pacers’ 2022-2023 season requires a healthy dose of context, but you don’t have to stare hard to see a clear, upward trajectory for the franchise.
Cunningham to manage Pacers-owned facility with restaurant, speakeasy, event space
As being developed by Indianapolis-based Cunningham Restaurant Group, the lineup of eateries in the $20 million Commission Row will include an upscale restaurant with steak and seafood, as well as a tavern-style concept with more shareable fare.
David Benner, Star sportswriter and Pacers exec, dies at 67
As a sportswriter for The Indianapolis Star, Benner covered coveted beats for the Indiana Pacers, Notre Dame football and IU basketball.
Indiana 250: Mel Raines, Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Raines is president of the 2024 NBA All-Star Local Organizing Committee.
Turner agrees to stay with Pacers on 2-year extension
The contract extension with the two-time NBA blocks champion will keep the team’s current starting five intact through next season.
Derek Schultz: Pacers’ surprising second-round rookie has already earned plate for himself at the NBA table
And despite starting every game his first two seasons at Florida, the only major statistical category Nembhard came close to leading on the team was assists—helping others get buckets.
Mark Montieth: Road sweet road
Still, NBA road trips are far more grueling than in other professional sports. Teams play four, five, even six or seven games in a row, hopscotching from city to city.
Mark Montieth: Expect an exciting but underperforming Pacers season
The average age of the core players expected to get consistent playing time is the youngest in franchise history. But that group also is the most athletic.
Pacers strike deal to give season-ticket holders access to Bally Sports+
The deal will see Pacers Sports & Entertainment provide individuals who purchase a multi-game ticket package with a complimentary six-month subscription to the streaming sports service.
Mark Montieth: Young Pacers could give Myles Turner chance to shine
While NBA trade rumors are cheap, there was enough smoke surrounding Turner’s name over the summer to justify a fire in his belly.