Podcasts about Facci

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci start the show off by discussing the exciting news with the Facci family. Then, we dive into the game, highlight the great games from Turner, Siakam and Nembhard, read comments from our live youtube watchers and discuss what Indiana did so well to help them get the 19 point victory. The guys give out their player awards, discuss how awesome the Setting The Pace group chat in Chat BCC was and more!IF you want to interact with Facci and I during the game, please follow this link to the Group Chat.Thanks for being the BEST Pacers fans in the world and for interacting with us on whatever platforms you prefer. Have a blessed day, and LET'S GO PACERS!

On today's show, Alex Golden goes solo to preview the Pacers-Bucks series, as Facci was unable to make it, but for a GREAT reason! Baby Facci #2 is HERE! Michael J. Facci will be back Saturday to recap Game 1, but Alex went solo here to preview the series by sharing 5 things he wants to see the Pacers do in this series, and then 5 things he fears the most about the Milwaukee Bucks. At the end of the show, Alex shares his series predictions! #LetsGoPacers

On today's episode, Alex and Facci are joined by Keith Smith from Spotrac and the NBA Front Office Show to dive into the Pacers-Bucks series from a National Perspective. After chatting with Ti about the Bucks, and Chris Denari about the Pacers, we wanted a neutral, unbiased analysts to give us his thoughts on the series upcoming and what both teams must do to win. At the end of the show, Keith gives his prediction for the series!

On today's episode, Alex and Facci are joined by the voice of Pacers TV, Chris Denari, to discuss the Pacers-Bucks series through the eyes of the Indiana Pacers. Home Court AdvantageMathurin's first PlayoffsImproved Pacers DefenseWhat Nembhard can do without the Dame assignmentNesmith's hot shooting and what he bringsJarace's potential impactMyles and TJ leading as vetsObi Toppin's importanceThe Stars: Tyrese and PascalOvercoming GiannisMORE

On today's episode, Alex and Facci are joined by Ti Windisch of the Gyro Step Podcast to look at this upcoming Pacers-Bucks series from a Bucks Perspective.Post Trade Deadline Additions: KPJ & KuzmaDamian Lillard's Injury and Potential ReturnBobby Portis suspension, play since returnGiannis dominant play this seasonMilwaukee's size and athleticism versus Indy's speedBrook Lopez pros and consRyan Rollins stepping into a bigger roleLooking Back at the regular season seriesPredicitionsMORE

Thank you to today's sponsor: PrizePicks! – Go to PrizePicks.com/Gyrostep and use code GYROSTEP for a $50 bonus when you play $5 for the first time!The Milwaukee Bucks find themselves facing off with the Indiana Pacers yet again, and the Bucks aren't the only team in a different spot entering the 2025 NBA Playoffs vs last season. To get some more perspective on the Indiana Pacers side of things, Ti Windisch recorded a crossover preview with Alex Golden and Facci of the Setting the Pace Podcast! Be sure to subscribe to Setting the Pace wherever you get your podcasts for the opposition intel throughout the series. Topics covered include the massive difference Giannis Antetokounmpo makes in this series, the importance of the Bucks bench and balanced scoring, whether Damian Lillard could return and if he'd be able to help if he does come back, how both teams will try to defend the other including zone defense, and Ti and Facci's series predictions. GSPN's Bucks podcasts are presented by PrizePicks – Go to PrizePicks.com/Gyrostep and use code GYROSTEP for a $50 bonus when you play $5 for the first time! Pick more. Pick less. It's that easy.Visit GSPN.info to find GSPN's homebase, including the new GSPN Premium! For $8 per month, GSPN Premium subscribers get a bonus podcast episode from the GSPN Crew each week, access to a premium podcast feed with commercial-free versions of Gyro Step, Win in 6, Crewsing for a Brewsing, and Talk of the Tundra, bonus premium content including videos and written articles, and more. GSPN Premium Founding Members get all other GSPN Premium benefits as well as a shoutout here! Thanks to Michael McQuide, South Loonier, Justin Saeian, and Ben Kolp for being Founding Members.GSPN is proud to call Blue Wire's network of podcasts home. You can (and should) follow Rohan, Ti, Adam, Jordan, Andrew, Numac, and the Gyro Step , Win In 6, Crewsing for a Brewsing, and Talk of the Tundra on Twitter. Don't forget to leave a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

On today's show, Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss the Indiana Pacers overcoming a 27-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 126–118 in double overtime, securing their 50th win of the season! This is the Pacers first 50-win campaign since 2013–14! Alex and Facci then give out their Season Awards using these 8 categories: MVP, Surprise Player, DPOY, Underrated, Best Play, Best Single Game Performance, Best Celly and Funniest Moment of the season. 

On today's show, we start things off with a Smothered Chicken montage, thanks to the great Alex Riley. Then, Alex and Facci chat with Jeremiah Johnson from Fan Duel Sports Network about the Indiana Pacers remaining schedule. how this season has gone for the blue and gold, takeaways from specific players this season, the potential playoff matchup with the Bucks and MORE!JJ also tells us WHEN he listens to Setting The Pace, why he has an extra pep in his step and dissects how Quinn Buckner goes about calling certain blocks a Smothered Chicken. 

On today's episode, Alex kicks things off by updating Pacers fans on the crazy Tuesday night in the NBA and where the Pacers are currently in the hunt for homecourt. Then, Facci is joined by Kami to discuss the Pacers narrow victory over the Washington Wizards, who were without half of their key rotation guys.  Haliburton's big 4th quarterWelcome back SiakamUgliest win of the season?Where's Jarace?

On today's episode, Alex and Facci discuss a handful of things:First up: we're ranking the bench players we trust the most right now — whether it's playoff-tested vets or rising role players making a leap. Who's closing games? Who's earned real trust from coaches and us? We break it all down with a mix of eye test, stats, and context.Then, we shine the spotlight on Aaron Nesmith, who's quietly put together a strong post-All-Star break stretch. What's changed in his game? Is this growth sustainable? We get into how he's fitting into Indy's system as they get ready for the playoffs.Finally, we take a look at the Milwaukee Bucks and Detroit Pistons, and how they have played since March. We dive into the current standings, playoff seeding watch, and what these trends mean heading into the final stretch of the season.

On today's episode, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers 125-120 victory over the Denver Nuggets, ending a 5 year losing streak to the Joker and company. It was truly a strength in numbers type of victory for the Pacers, as they relied on multiple players to step up and have big moments throughout the entirety of the game. Myles Turner led the team in scoring, Jarace Walker and TJ McConnell shined off the bench, Haliburton found ways to impact the game despite a low scoring night, and key rotational pieces like Toppin, Nesmith and Nembhard lifted Indiana to a big time victory. 

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci have a lengthy discussion with Ted Wu about the current state of the team, individual players and how they've fared this season, some of the struggles from the bench this season, potential playoff matchups between Milwaukee and Detroit, Myles upcoming free agency, pros and cons to a No Trade Clause and a message for the fans!

Today, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers-Thunder game, dive into the remaining schedules for Detroit, Milwaukee and the Pacers, survey the current standings race between the 3 teams and discuss some other interesting NBA storylines. 

On today's show, Alex and Facci discuss the Pacers dismantling of the Wizards, with a 162-109 victory. How the Pacers were able to destroy the Wiz, what is there to really take away from a game like this, the pros to winning by so many, who stood out and more! Then, in Segment 2, with the NCAA Sweet 16 currently being played, the guys drafted a starting 5 of players who played for the Pacers based on how they performed in college. Let us know what team you think wins head to head and what players we clearly left out!

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci dive into what makes the Haliburton-Mathurin fit up and down, what changes could be made to unite both forces to lift each other up, why Mathurin is the one who has had to make the adjustments more than Tyrese, how the two have played together and what lineup combinations have succeeded with Tyrese the most. 

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers 119-103 victory over the Timberwolves. Obi Toppin continued his hot shooting against Minny, Aaron Nesmith had himself another awesome offensive performance, Tyrese Haliburton extended his double-double streak to 11 games in a row and the Pacers 3rd quarter eruption lifts them past the Timberwolves for an important and needed victory. 

On today's show, Alex and Facci discuss the Pacers win over Dallas! Mathurin's unreal 4th quarter, Siakam's big block and steal, Nembhard's game winner, Indiana's inability to defend without fouling, how good Aaron Nesmith was and has been, plus Player awards! Then Facci is joined by Brian Zilem to discuss the Dallas perspective of this game and he shares his thoughts on disaster Nico Harrison has caused in Dallas. 

Alex and Facci answer the final questions from the March Mailbag. We thank everyone for their amazing questions! 16). Basketball John Facci, do you think SlowMo and Jarace are similar in some ways? Although Jarace is much more athletic, he seems to have a very deliberate style. 17). Roundball Roundup How many more seasons will this organization ruin by having Turner at the C? Already at 9 & counting.The definition on crazy is doing same thing over again & expecting a different result.  even trial & error would've succeeded by now Hot Tk:TJ + Sabonis >> Haliburton + Turner  18). Matt JohnI am from the UK travelling to watch the Pacers in April - what are my ‘need to knows' about the field house?  19). Psycho T is back again HOW has Tj (a 6'1 white dude) gone his WHOLE 10+ nba career and not developed an actual 3 point jump shot? 20). Chad @ChadTweetsNBAWhat's your guys' favorite moment from this season? 21) Greg BramesOn slow starts to the 1st Quarter...Why do you think we have so many of these slow starts? Is this a sign of immaturity, focus, clubbing the night before, or what? Lately our shooting in the first quarter is abysmal too. What can they do to turn it around? 

Alex Golden and Facci are back to discuss the Pacers last 15 games, which is the exact amount of games ago that Indiana swapped Aaron Nesmith into the starting lineup for Bennedict Mathurin. The guys look at how well Nesmith and Mathurin have played during the past month since the switch, how the bench has looked based on multiple findings with lineup data, what has been the biggest problems for the Pacers second unit groups, Tyrese with Aaron vs Tyrese with Benn, shooting woes for Nembhard  and more. The guys also reflect on the NCAA Tournament selections, where Facci's West Virginia Mountaineers and Alex's Indiana Hoosiers were left out of the Final 4 to make the 68 team bracket. 

Alex and Facci continue on with answering your mailbag questions! 11). Schwarz Bruder @TheEvilOmegaWhat do you think is the cause for the inconsistent and often woeful performance of the bench unit this year? Did teams just figure us out, was Stix that important, or is it the rotations and scheming? It's baffling to see the best bench in the league turn into one of the worst.  12). Rooster is back…Since everyone seems to think I'm insane, if this summer you had a choice between signing Myles to a 4 year 140 million deal or 5 year 120 with a NTC which would you prefer?  13). Phillip StrohQuestion(s): Fully healthy, who falls out of the playoff rotation? What is the minute distribution for the center position in the playoffs? Looking for like 40 minutes of Myles and 8 minutes of small ball based on how they've looked to me.  14). Christopher Waltermire I want Jarace to play but his Defense is leaky at times. I truly believe he will be a solid player 1 day, because his offense is alot better than I expected. What do you think this team is going to do with all these players and not enough time to play em?   15). Jake WingoIf the Pacers somehow don't retain Myles this off season, who would you want as a replacement? 

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Facci recap the BEST game of the season. Tyrese Haliburton hits the best game winning jumper of his life, with a corner 3, in front of the Bucks bench, on National TV with Reggie Miller on call and got fouled by Giannis in the process. The guys discuss the storybook ending, how the team's played throughout the game, what stood out and what a win like this can do for a team moving forward. 

On today's show, Facci is joined by Derek Schultz of Query & Schultz and the Indianapolis Business Journal to discuss Indiana's 127-112 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The guys highlight the return of the point god, Tyrese Haliburton. Aaron Nesmith's career night in points, Indiana's defense tightening up, Indiana signing Tony Bradley to a 10 day contract and John Cena turning heel at the Elimination Chamber. 

The Indiana Pacers led from start to finish, defeating the Clippers 129-111 thanks to the incredible play of Tyrese Haliburton. 7 Pacers scored in double figures and Indiana improves to 16-5 in 2025! Alex Golden and Mike Facci recap the game, and the pep in the step was in full effect for Facci tonight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Alex and Facci discuss the Pacers 14 point victory over the Grizzlies. Myles Turner was sensational, Haliburton came to life in the 2nd quarter, the bench was terrific, Nembhard locked Morant up and Aaron Nesmith looked like his former self. A lot to discuss on today's show after an awesome victory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci go through the remaining 29 games on the Pacers schedule and predict if it will be a win or loss. Alex and Facci have done this for the past few seasons in August when going through the entire season, but with the break here, the guy thought it would be cool to go through the schedule again and see where the Pacers could land at the end of the season. We hope you enjoy the show, and please let us know on Twitter @PacersPodSTP what you think Indiana's record will be over the next 29 games! You can also tag Alex @AlexGoldenNBA or Facci at @_Facci! Thank you for making us a part of your day! We look forward to chatting more Pacers basketball with you tomorrow after Indiana's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Golden and Facci closeout the MAILBAG podcast answering the following questions: 1). Erik Nikol  If you guys are doing the consolidation trade in the offseason, which players are you keeping vs trading?  2). Mann Marsden  Real take on the play of Tyrese and is he a superstar or franchise player ? Or jus mid like Evan Turner warned us about 3). Nicholas Thornburg If Myles Turner does not re-sign with the Pacers this offseason, what route do you think the Pacers would go for at the center position? Do you think a priority would need to be to go after a stretch big given the ability of Haliburton to dish well to centers for 3 pointers? 4). Adam aka REDS FAN RIP 19 What do you guys think has been the biggest reason for the turnaround and better play? 5). Sam Tompkins Do you think the starters would have more success with Nesmith in the line up? Would this free Mathurin up for more offensive production with TJ/Obi/etc by coming off the bench? 6). Josh Lovell The Pacers lack shooting, aside from Tyrese. Instead of Alex Len for the 15th spot, would they be better off with a real shooter, like Bojan? 7). Christopher Lloyd AKA The Film Critic With big contracts going to their stars, it's clear the Pacers can't play and pay all of their young talent: Nembhard, Mathurin, Walker, Nesmith, Sheppard, Furphy. How many do you think they keep long-term, and which ones? Thank you all for sending in your questions and for making Setting The Pace a part of your daily listen. Cheers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci are back to discuss the following questions from the mailbag! These questions were answered on a recording we did Monday evening, so we apologize in advance if some questions have already been answered with decisions made by the team. 1). Pat Curse In May the Pacers were 40/1 to win title. In October 60/1. February 1st they were 100/1. Then 120/1 and now 130/1. Why am I the only person on earth that thinks they could beat any team in the league in a 7 game series? Not would or should, but could. 130/1???? 2). DJ Davis — AKA THE LAWYER OF SETTING THE PACE Who should start at SG and SF to give the Pacers the best chance to win more games? 3). Jason  I know the Pacers paid Tyrese max money, but aren't we holding his expectations too high? It seems like he's dropped off playing with pascal and while he has been indecisive too much I think most fans are judging him based on the IST and that's not who he truly is. What do you think? 4). Kyle Taylor — aka dude knows ball  How concerned are you about the Pacers continued struggles against zone and Ty being face guarded, even though they've seen a lot of it all year? Does this long term weakness mean there's a clear blueprint to beat Indiana in a playoff setting? 5). DonTrell Bullies  Do you think De'Aaron Fox is a better fit for what the Pacers want out of their point guard compared to what Haliburton brings? 6). California Bobby  Do you think Walker should be getting more minutes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Alex Golden is joined by Mike Facci and special guest...KAMI! The guys discuss the incredible second half from Mathurin, Obi Toppin's brilliant play, the way Thomas Bryant is impacting the game, how the Pacers outlasted the Washington Wizards in a not-so-great game and more! Facci and Kami spend time at the end of the show talking a little WWE and Kami gives us his BEST WWE Promo for WHY Benn Mathurin should be starting...GREAT stuff and a GREAT way to end the first 2/3 of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci discuss Alex Len not signing with Indiana, and the Pacers bringing in Jahlil Okafor on a 10-day contract. Then, they answer Pt. 1 of the Mailbag Podcast. 1). Northeast Nightmare over on Blue Sky has 3 questions for us!  A). First, rank which opponent you'd like to see Indiana face in the first round out of Milwaukee, Detroit, Miami and Orlando. 1st by matchup, 2nd by storyline.  B). Do you think Myles Turner will credit the Pacers $10M towards his next contract since Indiana did him a service and paid him nearly $30M a year on the last renegotiation and extension?  C). Will the Pacers use Isaiah Jackson's disabled player exception to sign Alex Len? Is there any benefit towards that? (Mentioned James Johnson needing to be released, but this is why they traded Wiseman).  2). Aaron M — THE GOVERNOR of the Setting The Pace Fan Club  Do you think the best chance for the Pacers to win an NBA title is actually continuity, or is that just a word they throw around? This is considering the odds the Pacers win the #1 pick are zero like they appear to be.  3). Chuck and Jamie — THE OG FANS OF THE WEEK! At the halfway point: What has been your biggest surprise this season? Who has made the most improvements? Who/what has been the most disappointing? One thing you hope to see in the second half of the season? 4). Roosters — the President of the Setting The Pace Fan Club  In your estimations what are the chances Herb goes into the tax this offseason to sign Myles to a long term deal? Also, what would you be willing to sign him to if it were up to you? Personally I'd try to get him for 5/100 and offer him a NTC. Knowing may have to go higher AAV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Golden and Facci reunite for another episode today! This time, they're recapping the Pacers insane come from behind victory over the Utah Jazz. Indiana erased a 12 point lead by outscoring the Jazz 23-10 the final 6+ minutes of the game to pickup an incredible victory. Tyrese gets his first win in Salt Lake, the Pacers extend their winning streak to four and they are now 18-5 in their last 23 games! Tons to discuss on this road victory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Monday night before Pacers-Jazz, Alex and Facci were joined by Keith Smith to recap and discuss the latest NBA Trade Buzz with the Trade Deadline just days away! -Luka traded for AD. Why no other teams were involved in the deal -Giannis comments about the Luka trade and potential players Milwaukee could pursue -Thoughts on the Kings-Bulls-Spurs Trade and what other moves could be made from these teams -What's the latest on Cameron Johnson in Brooklyn and what teams make the most sense for him? -The latest in the Jimmy Butler Saga -Myles Turner's future, Obi Toppin rumored to Dallas, what type of move could Indiana make and why they don't need to rush this yet -Jarace Walker and Benn Mathurin's long term fit in Indy -What team's are BUYERS at the NBA Trade Deadline? -Under The Radar names that we could see moved at the deadline -Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wow, what a loaded show for you all today. Alex Golden and Facci have a ton to discuss today. Segment 1: -Reactions and Thoughts to the Luka-AD trade -Predicting the Pacers West Trip Schedule Segment 2: -A Game of Faithful or Traitor with the Pacers Trade Deadline approaching, Alex and Facci determine if the player on the roster is a "Faithful" aka SAFE or a "Traitor" aka DEALT by the deadline. Both Alex and Facci have loved watching the Reality TV Show, Traitors, so they're using this to for a fun segment. -De'Aaron Fox trade breaks during the recording. Alex and Facci react in real time to the deal and discuss what they like and don't like about it with the little information they had on the deal at the time of the recording. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show Alex and Facci discuss: -Pascal Siakam makes the All-Star Team! -Turner's Future Being Unknown -Could IND really trade him at the deadline? -The Pros and Cons to extending Turner -If traded, what's that deal look like? -6 Trade Ideas: 2, 3 & 4 team deals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Loaded Podcast today! Alex and Facci are joined by the GREAT Tom Crean! Coach talks with us about Thomas Bryant being traded to Indiana, his fit with this team and how he's played this season, his journeyman career in the NBA, how much he's matured, keeping in contact with all of his players, when he realized how special Dwyane Wade, Victor Oladipo and Anthony Edwards were in college, what it was like recruiting all three guys, his time at IU and what those memories mean to him, Victor Oladipo's tenure with the Pacers and how things ended, his desire to return to coaching college basketball, how the NIL and transfer portal impacts the league and his favorite restaurants in Indianapolis and Bloomington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Alex opens up the show discussing Jarace Walker becoming the 11th man in the rotation, whether or not he agrees with the decision and how he views Walker's fit with this team. Then, Facci and Alex go back to the drawing board where they share 4 trade ideas that would help the Pacers rotation be more simplified with a consolidation trade. Thanks for tuning into the show and make sure you leave us a 5 star rating and review if you enjoyed the discussion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci share 9 trade ideas on Part 1 of the trade ideas podcast! Indiana is in a great spot as a basketball team but is there a deal out there that makes sense for them to do for the present and/or future if the team? The guys share their thoughts and discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci reveal players 6-10 on their Top 10 Trade Deadline Targets. The guys only agreed on one player, so there is plenty of players to discuss that could be potential targets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci reveal players 1-5 on their Top 10 Trade Deadline Targets. There were some epic reactions from Alex to players Facci had atop his list, which led to some great back and forth. A massively different approach to this group of players compared to the latest episode with players 6-10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to discuss the Pacers dominant performance in Cleveland! Your Indiana Pacers continue their excellent play with a 15 point victory over the hottest team in the NBA, the Cleveland Cavaliers. Tyrese Haliburton exited after the first half with a hamstring injury, but the rest of the Pacers squad didn't allow that to slow them down. Led by Andrew Nembhard, Jarace Walker and Pascal Siakam, the Pacers put on a clinic in the 2nd half to extend their winning streak to 6 and they are now winners of 12 of their last 15 games. Facci has more than a PEP in the STEP tonight/today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Alex and Facci discuss how Jimmy Butler being traded will impact the league. The guys look at what teams in the East could pursue him and what those deals could look like. What would a Pacers trade package for Jimmy look like and would it help take the Pacers to "contenders"? Then the guys explore moves out West for Jimmy, what players could be headed to the Heat in a potential deal and how does that help Miami's core. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci react to the Pacers beating some version of the Brooklyn Nets, as they pummeled the Nets by 14 points in a game that Indiana struggled in for 2 quarters. The guys also discuss if Facci broke the curse, is there a new curse around..., who deserved "what", with out player awards and discussed WWE Raw and it's new season at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to celebrate the Pacers continuing their undefeated streak in the year 2025. Tyrese Haliburton shined brighter than the stars in the sky with a brilliant performance in Miami, Turner and Bam had another fun back and forth, with Turner once again standing victorious, Jimmy Butler went rogue in his postgame press conference after a lackluster performance, Indiana's bench played solid and had solid contributions from multiple players, Mathurin and Nembhard did a great job in their roles and Siakam was steady as always. At the end, Facci discusses why he almost booked a trip to Paris, France to see the Pacers take on the Spurs later this month and how gifted of a golfer he is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci are back to recap a tough loss to the best in the West, the Oklahoma City Thunder. In this game, Tyrese Haliburton did his far too often disappearing act, and only had 6 shot attempts for 4 points on the night. Meanwhile, superstar point guard, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 45 points on 15-22 shooting. The guys discuss the biggest factors: Points in the Paint, Turnovers and Points off Turnovers. They dive into what is up with Haliburton, Mathurin's last 11 games and falling off offensively in the 2nd half, Turner's inefficient shooting night (specifically from 3), Siakam once again being too quiet in the 2nd half, Jarace Walker's highlight plays and how else he impacted the game, Obi Toppin's injury and a tough schedule tp end the calendar year with two games in Boston and Milwaukee at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Michael Facci is joined by Pacers television play-by-play analyst, Chris Denari. Facci and Denari discuss the Pacers playing better of late, how help is on the way soon with the return of Aaron Nesmith and Ben Sheppard, the recent play of Obi Toppin and how that has helped lift the bench, how the team has shown the last 2 games how they're getting on the same page and why Pacers fans should be optimistic for the rest of the season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Facci is joined by Indy Star Pacers Beat Writer, Dustin Dopirak. The guys have a great conversation on whether or not the Pacers are finally turning the corner, is Tyrese Haliburton finally back to form, how importance the Pacers practice time was and whether this road trip is make or break for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Alex and Facci share their list of the Top 5 Pacers who are most likely to be traded. With an underwhelming start to the season and a tough schedule ahead, the Pacers could be more involved in the trade market than anticipated to start the season. This is a weird spot to be in for the Pacers and the guys discuss it all when discussing what players are most likely to be moved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex and Facci are once again joined by Caitlin Cooper to discuss the State of the Pacers. If you missed last episode, we touched on plenty of stuff that won't be on this episode. For this episode we discuss: -What internal development Caitlin has seen from this team so far this season -How impactful is the absence of Isaiah Jackson and what do the Pacers miss the most without him? -Myles Turner and the inconsistent rebounding on a game to game basis -Why did it take Rick and Lloyd so long to emphasize rebounding to Myles? -Are the players tuning out the coaches and/or what is causing the team to have consistent effort? -Body Language being "off" too often and why Tyrese and Pascal need to lead more by example -Do the Pacers have a leadership issue within the locker room? -How much will this extra time off and additional practice time impact the Pacers season moving forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Alex discusses the latest injury update on Aaron Nesmith and Ben Sheppard. In addition to that, he shares what Shams Charania of ESPN had to say in his most recent article about what the Pacers are rumored to be interested in the Trade Market. After that, Caitlin Cooper joins Alex and Facci to discuss what is going on with the Pacers to cause so many struggles this season: -The one (2) thing(s) that are sticking out to Caitlin for the Pacers biggest problems -Why can't the Pacers replicate their fast pace from last season? -Andrew Nembhard's return and how pivotal is it to have him back? -Tyrese's home and road splits, why the drastic difference? -The fit with Benn and Tyrese and why it hasn't worked out -Will Mathurin return to bench with Nemsith returns? -Is there a clash between in the style of play between Siakam and Haliburton? -The small(ish) sample size of Jarace Walker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Alex and Facci react to the recent news of Moses Brown being waived by the Pacers. Was this the right time to make that decision and what's the reasoning behind it? Then, the guys dive into what changes need to be made for the Pacers to save their season. Is it a roster change, is it a coaching change, or is it an internal change by the players? A deep dive into how the Pacers can hopefully change and save their season soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UGH! Yeah, that's right. The Indiana Pacers looked absolutely putrid in their efforts against the Hornets (with the exception of McConnell and Walker), so Alex Golden and Facci discuss: the game, the lackluster effort, getting beaten by a team on the 2nd night of a back-to-back and how the Pacers progress from Friday against Chicago is forgettable with another disgusting performance. Tune in to join our misery and thoughts on the team! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices