PACERS BASKETBALL IS BACK! On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Facci is joined by Bryce Simon, from The Game Theory Podcast with Sam Vecenie and The Pistons Pulse to talk all things Pacers and Pistons. The guys look at the Pistons upgrading their roster in the offseason, key matchups for both teams, the Bennedict Mathurin and Jaden Ivey rivalry as well as share their predictions for the first game of the season. Give Bryce a follow for great hoops coverage on Twitter (or X)...

Pacers GM, Chad Buchanan, stops by the show to discuss the decision to cut Cole Swider and Kendall Brown. What they would like to do with their open roster spot and what skillset of player they could target. He also discusses the play from the preseason, agreeing with coach about the starters struggles, what he liked from different players, an update on the progress of Johnny Furphy, how to improve as a team defensively, avoiding the bad losses by playing with more of a consistent high...

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci each give 5 BOLD predictions for the Indiana Pacers upcoming season. Then, in segment 2, they give BOLD predictions for other teams in the NBA. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a 5-STAR rating and review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers 121-116 victory over the Charlotte Hornets after what looked like to be a likely loss. While the outcome of the game doesn't matter, how the Pacers overcame a deficit this large was notable. especially with how hard the 3rd string unit worked for this victory. In addition to that, the guys discuss what caused the Pacers to fall so far behind, concerning comments from what Rick Carlisle said about his starting unit and more! Learn more about your ad choices....

Alex and Facci recorded this episode on Monday evening (October 14th) before the Indiana Pacers waived Kendall Brown. The guys go through all 19 players on the Pacers training camp roster and determined if their stock was up, down or in the middle based on the offseason and their play in the preseason. After that, the guys debut a NEW segment called, Top 5. The guys will have different topics each week and share their Top 5 of that category. To kick off our Top 5 segment, the guys share their...

Alex and Facci give their regular season Player Awards predictions for the NBA and the Pacers. -MVP -Defensive Player of the Year -6th Man of the Year -Most Improved -Rookie (or 1st year with Pacers) Then the guys end the show with Hot Take Corner! The guys share 1 basketball hot take and 1 non-basketball hot take. Leave us a 5 star rating and review if you love this show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers loss, discuss each player that played and how they performed and praised the play of Zach Edey, Desmond Bane and the edge Memphis played with that Indiana didn’t. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The great Justin Termine is back to discuss Pacers and NBA Storylines with Alex Golden. The guys spend the first third of the show discussing this upcoming season for the Pacers, the offseason moves they made, whether or not paying Toppin what they did was an overpay, the depth of their team, Nembhard's coming out party in the East Finals, Tyrese getting back to where he once was, having Siakam for a full season and concerns about the defense. Then, Justin reveals his biggest storylines...

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers win over the B-version of the Cavaliers in preseason game #2. Mathurin's breakout performance Jarace's impact on both ends Myles makes his preseason debut Wiseman dominates the glass Enrique Freeman puts on a show for his family and friends Swider and Kendall position battle thoughts Tristan Newton gets first look at 3rd string point guard Indy's pathetic defensive effort in the 1st Half Pacers playing some...zone? After the Pacers talk, the guys...

Alex and Facci conclude the October Mailbag by answering these awesome questions below: 1). Andrew  I know there is much to see with the season around the corner. But, if it came down to it and the Pacers decided to make a young talent, consolidation trade. Who is a player you’d love to see the Pacers target in that trade? Love y’all’s podcast, keep up the good work! Yes ‘Cers! 2). DFC - Dirty Flirty Curty  Do you have any outta the box ideas or line ups you would like to see this...

Alex and Facci recap the Pacers first preseason game of the season, where the blue and gold were without Myles Turner, Isaiah Jackson and Johnny Furphy. The guys discuss what players stood out, what they thought of each unit Carlisle ran out there, who stood out the most in the game and more. To closeout the show, Alex and Facci share a non-basketball and a basketball hot take. Let us know what you think in the comment section about the game and the hot takes...we love hearing from you! Email...

Alex and Facci return to answer more questions from the October Mailbag. Thanks to our awesome fans for sending in the questions! 1). Garret from Buffalo, NY We seemed to be better defensively after Benn was injured last season. Do you think we will be better defensively this season with Mathurin back? Do you think Walker is a regular in the starting five at any point this season? 2). Michael Lucas (back again!) Do you think Jarace Walker makes a substantial leap this year, or is he still...

Alex and Facci are back for another podcast episode! Today, the guys answer YOUR questions for the month of October! Thanks to our awesome listeners for their questions! 1). Michael Lucas  Do you think Mathurin plays a Jamal Crawford like 6th man? Average 30+minutes and closing out the game instead of Nesmith? Or does he run primarily with 2nd unit and Average 20-24 minutes. I don't see him starting over Nesmith. He'd be 1st option 2nd unit. 3-4th option 1st unit. IMO 2). Randall Wood With...

Alex Golden is joined by Dustin Dopirak, Indiana Pacers Beat Writer for the Indy Star to discuss Aaron Nesmith being the forgotten man in the rotation, but how vital his play is to the success of this team. How does NBA officiating adapting more of the FIBA rules, allowing for a more physical style of play impact the Pacers? Myles Turner and Tyrese Haliburton adding muscle over the offseason, improving defensively and on the glass, the importance of team chemistry and how Ty has spearheaded...

Alex and Facci share 6 questions that they feel are important for this team to reach its' highest level of success this season. Let us know what questions you have with the team as they embark on another 82 game season with expectations larger than in any year entering the season with Tyrese Haliburton and the gang. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Alex and Facci share their most intriguing quotes from Pacers Media Day. Tyrese Haliburton builds relationship with Steph Curry during the Olympics, Myles added 7 pounds of muscle, Carlisle likes the depth of this roster, Big supporters of James Wiseman and MORE! Then, they dive into Day 1 of Pacers Training Camp and share their thoughts on what happened, what the players/Carlisle shared in media and more. To end the show, Alex and Facci debut a new segment called: Hot...

Pacers fans, this was a fun one! 3rd year guard, Benn Mathurin, stops by Setting The Pace for another interview. On today's show we dive into: rehabbing from his injury, what his expectations are for this season, sitting out during the playoffs and how he learned from that, what he thought of the offseason for Indiana, his belief in this group moving forward, some new hobbies he dove into over the offseason, how he plans to get better for his team, reflecting on last year's success, what he...

Alex Golden and Facci are joined by Jeremiah Johnson, sideline reporter for Bally Sports Indiana to discuss the upcoming season for the Pacers. The guys discuss the amount of disrespect the Pacers are getting after their run to the Eastern Conference Finals last season, how they're being viewed now as a team and how they can prove the doubters wrong. They look at specific players they're intrigued by next season, different roles for young guys and veterans as well as how this team can improve...

The Indiana Fever fall 87-81 to the Connecticut Sun after a terrific effort to come back from multiple deficits in the 2nd half. Aliyah Boston was sensational, Caitlin Clark was drastically better in Game 2 than she was in Game 3, NaLyssa Smith got benched for Temi Fagbenle, Kelsey Mitchell had her moments and Lexie Hull competed hard on both ends of the floor. The Sun's defense was too much for the Fever, and their experience/late game shot making abilities are what lifted them in this...

On July 19th, 2022, THE Face of the Franchise stopped by Setting The Pace for an epic interview that will forever be one of the GREATEST podcasts we have ever done. Tyrese Haliburton joins Alex and Facci to discuss: the upcoming season, the future of this young core, personal and team expectations this season, food, music, WWE and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys start off the show giving their Western Conference Standings predictions. Then, the jump over to the East. Facci and Alex both have some lukewarm takes in here that might not be what the consensus is saying...so give us your predictions in the comment section below on X, Facebook, IG or wherever you connect with us the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci welcome on friend of the podcast, Tony East from Locked on Pacers, to preview the upcoming season for the blue and gold. Tony discusses what realistic expectations should be for the Pacers next season; a path for playing time for Jarace Walker; looking ahead to the financial situation the Pacers will be in with all of their recently signed extensions; what he wants to see from Bennedict Mathurin; how confident he is in I Jax as the backup 5; what is one way Tyrese can elevate...

Alex Golden is joined by Jolee Carroll to discuss the Indiana Fever's 93-69 loss to the Connecticut Sun. Caitlin Clark and the Fever struggled from outside, had a hard time preventing the Sun from scoring whenever they wanted and never got into an offensive rhythm. Alex and Jolee recap the game, point out what the Sun did so well, what the Fever needs to improve on for Game 2, what positive things they can takeaway from this game from the Fever, what Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell need to...

Former Indiana Pacer - Metta World Peace, joins Alex Golden and Mike Facci to revisit his time on the Pacers, the Malice at the Palace, mental health, playing for Rick Carlisle, winning a title with the Lakers, his latest documentary (Quiet Storm), his favorite teammate and his love for the city of Indianapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Indiana Fever are set to take on the Connecticut Sun in a best of 3 playoff series! Alex gets the show started by highlighting the Fever's run to the playoffs this season, all of the incredible accomplishments in Caitlin Clark's rookie season and how these two teams are drastically different. Then WNBA analyst for the Connecticut Sun and for ION, Meghan McKeown stopped by the show to preview the series, discuss the Fever's post Olympic success, give her prediction for the series and...