Fieldhouse snags deli chain for former Dunkin Donuts space downtown
A spokeswoman for the Texas-based chain says a franchisee is set to open later this year in Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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Downtown Colts-themed restaurant abruptly closes
The eatery at 110 W. Washington St. opened in 2011 and was operated by a Florida-based food-service veteran.
Pacers hire Buchanan as GM; Dinwiddie moves up
The 44-year-old Chad Buchanan replaces Kevin Pritchard, who moved up when Larry Bird left in May.
LOPRESTI: End of George’s career as Pacer is ‘gut punch’
The Pacers’ new world has begun. How do you like reconstruction so far?
UPDATE: Pacers trade George to Oklahoma City; Oladipo will come to Indiana
Reports say the Pacers will get former IU star Victor Oladipo and forward Domantas Sabonis, who will be entering his second season, in exchange for Paul George.
Three fantasy sports companies granted Indiana licenses
The law requires players to be at least 18 years old, prohibits contests based on college or high school sports, and sets an initial licensing fee of $50,000.
IUPUI leaving Summit to compete in Horizon League
The Jaguars have participated in the Summit League ever since they made the jump in 1998 from the NCAA Division II level to Division I.
OneAmerica signs 12-year Natatorium sponsorship deal
The insurer’s branding elements at the venue include digital messaging, concourse signage and a replica of the popular OneAmerica downtown signboard.
UPDATE: New IU hoops coach Miller nets $24M-plus deal
Archie Miller could make even more over his seven-year contract with bonuses. But the big deal comes with some strings attached.
USA Gymnastics needs ‘culture change’ to stop abuse, report says
USA Gymnastics, the national governing body for the sport in the United States, ordered the review following a series of civil lawsuits filed against the Indianapolis-based organization and a former team doctor by gymnasts who claim the physician sexually abused them.
Lids debuts Spike Lee-directed video promoting retailer, cap culture
The short documentary-style piece debuts Tuesday in Lids stores nationwide as the cap maker makes major operational changes and beefs up its web presence.
Pacers select UCLA’s Leaf in draft, make no deal for George
The Indiana Pacers selected UCLA forward TJ Leaf with the 18th overall pick in the NBA draft on Thursday night as they head into an off-season of uncertainty.
NCAA Title IX report says spending up, gender gaps remain
The 60-page report, released by the Indianapolis-based NCAA, suggests some progress has been made in a number of areas when it comes to participation, diversity and equality among college athletes, their coaches and their athletic directors.
Roundup: McAfee throws shade at Grigson; IndyCar eyes global expansion
The Colts’ former kicker poked fun at the team’s former general manager on Monday. Meanwhile, IndyCar officials hope to make inroads in China and Mexico.
Indy Fuel owners, developer propose $40M sports, entertainment complex
The owners of the Indy Fuel professional hockey team and Indianapolis-based developer Gershman Partners announced plans Monday to team up on a $40 million-plus sports, family entertainment and hospitality complex on 60 acres along Interstate 65 in Greenwood.
Paul George informs Pacers he will leave in 2018, sources say
Two people with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press that star forward Paul George has informed the Indiana Pacers that he plans to leave the franchise when he becomes a free agent in 2018.
Paul George committed to playing for Pacers in 2017-18
The four-time All-Star forward provided clarity on his short-term plan Thursday before playing in a charity softball game.
NCAA suspends Louisville’s Pitino after escort investigation
The governing body for college sports also on Thursday placed the basketball program on four years’ probation and vacated wins in which ineligible players participated.
Butler’s new coach plans to stick to old-school philosophy
LaVall Jordan made one promise to players and fans Wednesday: The old-school philosophy that turned the Bulldogs from also-rans into consistent winners will remain intact during his tenure.
Luck eager to start throwing as offseason rehab continues
Five months after Colts quarterback Andrew Luck had surgery for a partially torn labrum in his right shoulder, the league’s highest-paid player declined to give specifics about how soon he might be back on the field.