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Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers
Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers
Author: Scott Agness
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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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On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files… I’m joined by longtime certified athletic trainer Ralph Reiff, who has more than 47 years of experience in sports medicine, to discuss the injuries that have disrupted the Indiana Pacers’ start to the season.We focus on Tyrese Haliburton’s recurring left hamstring injury, why these injuries can be so difficult to overcome, and the challenges of returning to play.Among the items discussed on this episode:Haliburton’s latest hamstring strain and his history of recurring injuriesWhy hamstring injuries are so complex and susceptible to recurrenceThe challenges of rehabilitation, treatment and determining when an athlete is ready to returnHow the hamstrings, lower back and other muscle groups work togetherBen Sheppard and Aliyah Boston’s meniscus repairs — and why repair differs from removalThe growing concern about injuries across the NBA and the challenges of prevention-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files… I'm joined by Chris Defendis, the new president of business operations for the Noblesville Boom, the Pacers' G League affiliate.We sat down in May, during his first week on the job, to discuss his background, first impressions and vision for the franchise following its inaugural season in Noblesville.Among the items discussed on this episode:Why he wanted to join the Boom, part of Pacers Sports & EntertainmentHis first priorities and plans to grow the team's presence in Central IndianaLessons learned from previous roles with HBO, WWE and Warner Bros.The importance of community outreach, fan engagement and creating an affordable, family-friendly experienceThe advantages of playing at the new Riverview Health Arena at Innovation MileHis vision for building on the Boom's first season in Noblesville-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
The 2026-27 Pacers season is here.On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files, I look back at the preseason and key takeaways, set the table for Wednesday’s opener in New Orleans and discusses the biggest questions, storylines and expectations surrounding the Pacers entering the new season.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files…. A lot has transpired over the last week. Tyrese Haliburton returned to game action at Iowa State, then picked up where he left off in OKC. The Pacers have played a couple more preseason games, dealt with additional injuries, and shown plenty to like.Plus, a look at the new Classic Edition ABA uniforms and court — and their NBA Cup court for the 2026-27 season.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
The Pacers opened preseason play with a 123-112 win over the Timberwolves, but the night belonged to Tyrese Haliburton.He returned to game action for the first time in 472 days — back at Iowa State, where he played from 2018-20 — and finished with 7 points and 6 assists in 16 minutes. -----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.




