Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back with Part 2 of their exclusive interview with Indiana Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan. After spending the first episode discussing the offseason additions and roster construction, the conversation shifts to the players already on the roster and Indiana's outlook moving forward.

Chad shares incredible insight into the development of the Pacers' core, Tyrese Haliburton's recovery, the addition of Ivica Zubac, and what he believes this team is capable of over the coming years.

Topics include:

Andrew Nembhard's continued growth and expanding role

An update on Tyrese Haliburton's recovery after missing last season and the areas he wants to improve

What the organization wants to see from Haliburton moving forward

Expectations for Ivica Zubac and how his style of play addresses some of Indiana's biggest weaknesses

Why Obi Toppin remains such an important piece of the Pacers' success

The leadership of Pascal Siakam and how he has found his voice as a leader of this team

What Aaron Nesmith learned from last season and his increased on-ball responsibilities

How much longer T.J. McConnell can continue playing at such a high level

Where Chad believes the Pacers improved this offseason and the areas the current roster can still get better

A terrific behind-the-scenes story from Rick Carlisle's 1,000th career coaching victory celebration

Potential contract extensions for several key players

How long the organization plans to give this core to prove it can compete for championships

And much more from one of the NBA's top front offices.

If you enjoyed Part 1, you won't want to miss the conclusion of this outstanding conversation with Chad Buchanan.

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Welcome back to the Fever Focus Podcast where the vibes are HIGH! 

Listen as Alex Golden and Casey Johnson break down the weekend that was, including a back-to-back featuring two wins and more than a little history! Featuring:

Caitlin Clark scores the fastest 45 and 10 game in history!

Kelsey Mitchell cannot miss.

The Fever team starting to find their groove.

Ty Harris settling in and being the perfect backup.

 

Then, the conversation naturally shifts over to: is this a Fever team that, if they play like this, can win a championship?

 

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Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Indiana Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan for an in-depth conversation that spans more than an hour. Because there was so much to discuss, we're bringing you this exclusive interview in two parts.

In Part 1, Chad provides tremendous insight into the Pacers' offseason decisions, roster construction and player development, while also sharing his thoughts on several of Indiana's young players and what's ahead before training camp.

Topics include:

Why the Pacers targeted Kelly Oubre Jr. in free agency and what he brings to the roster

The decision to move on from Micah Potter in favor of signing Larry Nance Jr.

Whether Jay Huff has the inside track to becoming Indiana's backup center

The decision to bring Kobe Brown back on a two-way contract

Whether there was ever any internal discussion about pursuing LeBron James

The competition for Indiana's three two-way contract spots

Moving on from Taelon Peter and agreeing to a deal with Jalen Slawson

Whether the Pacers plan to fill the open 15th roster spot before the season and the pros and cons of doing so

Why bringing back Quenton Jackson was such a priority

Chad's biggest Summer League takeaways, including his thoughts on Braden Smith, Jalen Slawson and Rienk Mast

Johnny Furphy's rehab, his development from last season and where Chad sees his game heading

The next steps for Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker

Whether Jarace has the potential to become Indiana's version of OG Anunoby, and what it will take for him to reach that level

This is Part 1 of an outstanding conversation with one of the NBA's most respected executives. Don't miss it!

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Alex Golden and Mike Facci wrap up their evaluation of the Indiana Pacers' offseason by answering one big question:

Did the Pacers do enough in free agency?

Piggybacking off yesterday's episode, where they graded each of Indiana's offseason moves individually, the guys zoom out to evaluate the offseason as a whole. They discuss how each addition and roster decision fits together, whether the Pacers addressed their biggest needs, and if the front office did enough to keep Indiana in the championship conversation.

Topics include:

A final evaluation of Indiana's free agency

How Kelly Oubre Jr., Larry Nance Jr., Braden Smith, Kobe Brown and Quenton Jackson fit into the bigger picture

Whether the Pacers improved enough to compete in an increasingly competitive Eastern Conference

What questions still remain heading into training camp

Whether Indiana should feel confident with its current roster or continue exploring ways to improve

Please note: This episode was recorded before the news that Taelon Peter was waived, so that transaction is not discussed.

Thanks for listening, and as always... Go Pacers!

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Alex Golden and Michael J. Facci are back with a report card for the Indiana Pacers' offseason.

Now that the bulk of free agency is behind them and the roster is beginning to take shape, the guy's grade each of the Pacers' five major offseason moves and explain what they liked, what they questioned and how each transaction impacts Indiana's championship aspirations.

The moves discussed include:

Kelly Oubre Jr. signing a two-year deal

Waiving Micah Potter and signing Larry Nance Jr.

Bringing Kobe Brown back on a two-way contract

Trading Kam Jones for Braden Smith on draft night

Retaining Quenton Jackson and converting his contract into a fully guaranteed standard NBA deal

For each move, Alex and Facci assign a letter grade, explain the reasoning behind it and discuss how each decision fits into the Pacers' long-term vision and win-now window.

Which move deserves an A? Which one leaves the guys wanting more? And how would they grade Indiana's offseason as a whole?

It's another fun offseason episode as the guys hand out grades for every major move the Pacers have made this summer.

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