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Setting The Pace is a Pacers Podcast with Alex Golden and Mike Facci. Brought to you by the Blue Wire Podcast Network.
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On today's 17th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Oklahoma City Thunder and discuss the centers they have on their roster: Jaylin Williams, Isaiah Hartenstein, Thomas Sorber and Chet Holmgren. Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! Tomorrow, we discuss the Denver Nuggets! NEW episode out on January 18th! Episode was recorded on January 11th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex Golden goes solo on tonight's show to discuss the Pacers 127-119 victory over the Pelicans! Jay Huff had a career-high 29 points, TJ McConnell makes NBA history and more! Alex highlights 10 specific things from tonight's game in a shorter, weekend game recap! Hope you enjoy the show! If you do, LIKE, RATE and REVIEW our show WHEREVER you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 16th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Minnesota Timberwolves and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Rudy Gobert, Naz Reid and Joan Beringer are the names we discussed today. Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! Tomorrow, we discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder! NEW episode out on January 17th! Episode was recorded on January 11th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex Golden is joined by Kevin Bowen, the host of The Fan Morning Show on 107.5 The Fan! The guys dive into a lengthy discussion about the Pacers first 41 games, what to look forward to in the final 41 games, the upcoming trade deadline and why there is a chance Indiana will make moves despite a lost season. The guys also have singularly focused conversations on Mathurin, Jarace and Nesmith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex Golden is joined by Austin Buckley (aka CSB) to discuss the Indiana Pacers 115-101 loss to the Toronto Raptors. A rough first quarter made the hole to deep to climb out of for the Pacers, but they did cut the Raptors lead to 4 with a few minutes left to play in the 4th. It was a competitive game, despite Indy never having a lead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 15th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Philadelphia 76ers and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Joel Embiid is one of the highest paid players in the league, but you never know what type of production he could have when healthy. Alex and Facci discuss Embiid, the ultimate role player in Andre Drummond (someone Facci has loved for years), Adem Bona and Johnni Broome. Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! Tomorrow, we kick off the Northwest division with the Minnesota Timberwolves! NEW episode out on January 16th!Episode was recorded on January 5th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 14th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Toronto Raptors and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Is anyone touching that Jakob Poeltl deal? The guys discuss how he's played this well in Toronto and what he would bring to Indiana. Laslty, the guys look at Sandro Mamukelashvili aka MAMU and whether or not he makes sense to trade for. Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The Toronto Raptors will be up tomorrow on January 14th!Episode was recorded on January 5th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex Golden is joined by David Cole and Carson Stafford for a Trade Targets Draft! The guys go round by round, drafting players that they believe could be potential trade targets for the Indiana Pacers.Each person drafted a guard, a wing, a big and a wild card. 12 players were selected and not all at the same position, which gives us a better look at what might potential be on the market as we inch closer to trade season. Let us know who you would like to see the Pacers trade for, if you think they should make any moves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike Facci is joined by Keith Smith of Spotrac to recap the low scoring affair between Boston and Indiana, which saw the Pacers pullout the 2 point win thanks to Siakam's game winning shot. The guys also dive into Siakam's All-Star case, what Indiana is doing better over the last 3 games and what are the motives of the Pacers at the NBA Trade Deadline? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 13th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the New York Knicks and discuss the centers they have on their roster. KAT has been great for the Knicks but what if New York does have what it takes to land Giannis? KAT is likely on the move to match salaries, which is where Indiana could play a factor in. The guys spend a chunk of time talking about Mitchell Robinson, and his upcoming free agency. Lastly, the guys discuss Ariel Hukporti and what he can in the league, and Alex gives Trey Jemison III a shoutout. Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The Toronto Raptors will be up tomorrow on January 14th!Episode was recorded on January 5th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 12th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Brooklyn Nets and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Nic Claxton is the starter, averaging solid numbers and making decent money. Would he fit Indiana, if so, who would they have to give up to get him?Also on the Nets roster is Day'ron Sharpe, and he is on a favorable contract for the Pacers. The guys also touch on rookie, Danny Wolf, and junior forward, Noah Clowney, who could play some small ball 5. Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The New York Knicks will be up tomorrow on January 13th!Episode was recorded on January 5th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 11th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Boston Celtics and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Neemias Queta has blossomed in a larger role as the starting center for the Celtics but will this improved play be too costly for the Celtics in 2026 free agency? Would this be a good FA target for Indiana?Luka Garza in 26 games (at the time of the recording) has been playing extremely well in a limited role. He too is an unrestricted free agent in 2026. The guys also look at Xavier Tillman and go down a random road discussing all the Michigan State players who are in or were in the NBA. Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The Brooklyn Nets will be up tomorrow on January 12th! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex Golden is joined by Tyler Smith of Indy Sports Legends to discuss the Pacers wire to wire victory over the Miami Heat. Andrew Nembhard was elite with 29 points, 9 assists and 0 turnovers, Jarace Walker had a sensational game and Indiana as a collective group found a way to counter all that Miami had. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 10th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Memphis Grizzlies and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Zach Edey is a talented big man, currently dealing with an injury, but in his 11-games of play this year, he has looked great! Jock Landale has exceeded expectations and is very affordable. Santi Aldama is a name that does not get talked about enough, and is someone that could be intriguing for the Pacers and lastly, Jaren Jackson Jr., Indianapolis native, is a name that everyone would love to see in the blue and gold...but is he worth the price? What would it take to get him? How does that impact the Pacers moving forward in terms of roster building. It's a tricky situation but still worth discussing.Now. at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The Boston Celtics will be up tomorrow on January 11th! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 9th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Dallas Mavericks and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Anthony Davis is a talented player, but would Indiana be willing to pay what it will take to get him? Also, is he worth that cost? Why and why not? The guys also look at Dwight Powell, a Dallas Mavericks legend, Daniel Gafford, a name that has already been linked to the Pacers and the 21-year-old center, who is out for the year with a foot injury, Dereck Lively II. At the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The Memphis Grizzlies will be up tomorrow on January 10th! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex Golden is joined by David Cole to discuss the Indiana Pacers defeating the Charlotte Hornets 114-112 after Siakam's go-ahead bucket and McConnell's iconic "McConnell" backcourt steal. This win also was the 1,000th for head coach Rick Carlilse, who has been waiting for this day for over a month. At the end of the recap, we dive into the impact the Trae Young trade has on the Pacers this season and look ahead to the Pacers upcoming schedule. You can check out all of Alex's written work at Pacers on SI. Here is his written game recap for tonight's game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 8th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the New Orleans Pelicans and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Derrik Queen has been a standout rookie, Yves Missi has been less notable stat wise in his sophomore year, Kevon Looney isn't playing much and somehow DeAndre Jordan is still in the NBA.The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current and future contract situation is, how likely it is that they would be traded, and how Indiana could acquire them via a trade or free agency. At the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The Dallas Mavericks will be up tomorrow on January 9th! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex Golden is joined by Bob Kravitz, from BobKravitz.com to discuss the Indiana Pacers future, specifically with Benn Mathurin and Jarace Walker. The NBA Trade Deadline is slowly approaching, but it will be here before you know it. The guys discuss why a trade before the deadline will help them in the long run. In addition to Mathurin and Walker, as well as the glaring hole at starting center, Bob and Alex look at the Top 4 in the upcoming draft and discuss who they like the most at this moment right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's 7th episode of Center of Attention, Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at the Houston Rockets and discuss the centers they have on their roster. Alperen Sengun is a young 23-year-old stud, but they also have veterans Steven Adams and Clint Capela. The guys discuss if any of the centers would be worth trading for, what their current and future contract situation is, how likely it is that they would be traded, and how Indiana could acquire them via a trade or free agency. At the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope you enjoy this miniseries! The New Orleans Pelicans will be up tomorrow on January 8th! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike Facci and Bob Schmidt, from Fear The Fro, join forces to recap the Pacers 13th straight loss and the 21st win of the year for Cleveland. The guys look at what went wrong for the Pacers and what went right for the Cavs? The guys also discuss Indiana's poor 4th quarter, the landscape of the Eastern Conference and Indiana's decisions at the trade deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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FINALLY someone says something about Buckner! Thank you "ladies and gentlemen!"