Alex Golden and Mike Facci recap the Pacers 3rd win of the season as they takedown the Dallas Mavericks 134-127! The guys discuss Myles Turner's special game, Tyrese Haliburton looking like vintage Haliburton, Siakam's steady game, Mathurin showing up big time in the clutch, Andrew Nembhard returning from injury, the Pacers shooting the ball much better, solid bench play from McConnell and Toppin and Player Awards for the Game are handed out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Nov 05, 2024•42 min•Ep. 1001
On this episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci dive into Free Agents and Trade Targets the Pacers could look to bring in with injuries to Jackson and Wiseman. The guys go through each player and explain why they do or why they do not like the fit with this team. Minute Markers for Free Agent Candidates and Trade Targets Honorable Mention - 2:50 Free Agent #1 - 3:40, Free Agent #2 - 5:25, Free Agent #3 - 8:30, Free Agent #4 - 11:50 Trade Targets: #1 (Raptors) - 14:55, #2 (Hornets) - 17:05, #...
Nov 04, 2024•38 min•Ep. 1000
On today's 1,000th episode of Setting The Pace, the guys open up by reflecting on the ride to their 1,000th episode quickly before diving into the bad loss on Friday night. Alex and Facci highlight the way Indiana closed out quarters, how the Pacers Big 3 got dominated by the Pelicans Big 2...how poorly Myles Turner has played since his great opening night performance against Detroit, Tyrese Haliburton's continued struggles and inability to shake free from his 3PT shooting slump, Mathurin and Sh...
Nov 04, 2024•38 min•Ep. 999
On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden is joined by Chris Denari to look at the Pacers first week of play and share what's been good, what's been bad, and what this team can learn from the games they've played. Chris shares some insight into the Pacers trip to Orlando, why he is a fan of Raising Canes, whether or not Quinn Buckner is ready to let a smothered chicken out anytime soon and what makes Quinn so beloved around the league. Here are the questions we discussed during the pod...
Nov 01, 2024•40 min•Ep. 998
Alex Golden and Mike Facci recap the Pacers massive overtime victory over the Boston Celtics. Bennedict Mathurin erupted off the bench with 30 points and 11 rebounds, Siakam dropped 29 points, and the last 5 for the Pacers in OT to pull away from Boston. Myles Turner didn't play, Nembhard was pulled after just 5-minutes (knee injury confirmed postgame by Carlisle), but the Pacers pulled a tough one out against the Boston Celtics, who were undefeated before tonight's BIG game. Big games from Isai...
Oct 31, 2024•42 min•Ep. 997
On today's show, Alex does a short Pacers vs. Celtics preview to kick off the podcast. Then, Alex plays the clip from 107.5 The Fan, where Rick Carlisle addressed why Mathurin is getting inconsistent minutes and what he needs to do better. Alex then brings on Kevin Bowen from the Wake Up Call with KB and Andy, who interviewed Carlisle about Mathurin's playing time. The guys discuss Carlisle's answer, how Mathurin is coached differently, why the fan base has legit reasons to be upset with the pla...
Oct 30, 2024•35 min•Ep. 996
Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to recap another heartbreaking Pacers loss. It's only 4 games into the season, but is it time to panic? The guys discuss that, what went wrong in this game, late game execution, weird rotations, boneheaded decisions in crunch time and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 29, 2024•42 min•Ep. 995
Tonight, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers 118-114 overtime loss to the depleted 76ers. The guys dive into the final moments of both the 4th quarter and OT and share why they think Indiana failed to pull out a win. Alex points out Pascal's play, Mathurin's benching for Walker in the 2nd quarter, the Pacers rotations, Indy's inability to slow down Eric Gordon and the discrepancy on the glass. Facci highlights the number of missed free throws, how worried he is about the team now that they are strug...
Oct 28, 2024•46 min•Ep. 994
Alex Golden and Facci recap the Pacers brutal loss to the New York Knicks. They spend the majority of this conversation discuss what's wrong with Tyrese Haliburton and share their thoughts on his struggles. In addition to that, they highlight the players who did play well (Bennedict Mathurin, Jarace Walker), the physicality New York played with and ponder what is going on with Rick Carlisle's rotations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 26, 2024•45 min•Ep. 993
After leaving the Knicks and their fans devastated with a Game 7 victory in The Garden, the Pacers look to steal their joy once again as the Knicks host the blue and gold for their home opener of the season. With all the additions and subtractions New York made in the offseason, Alex Golden was asked to join Knicks Fan TV to preview this highly anticipated game on ESPN. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Setting The Pace! Please leave us a 5 STAR rating and review if you did...Facci will be bac...
Oct 25, 2024•48 min•Ep. 992
Alex Golden is back with Facci to recap the Pacers victory over the Detroit Pistons! 5 Pacers scored in double figures, Siakam nearly had a triple-double, Haliburton wasn't efficient but hit the dagger and had 5 stocks, Turner went ham in the 3rd quarter, Mathurin reminded Jaden Ivey that he is his worst nightmare and TJ McConnell was productive as per usual. The guys breakdown the game, discuss the good and the bad and what the upcoming game against New York could potentially be like. Learn mor...
Oct 24, 2024•42 min•Ep. 991
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) @MotorCityHoops. ...
Oct 23, 2024•36 min•Ep. 990
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 compete l...
Oct 22, 2024•33 min•Ep. 989
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
Oct 21, 2024•51 min•Ep. 988
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. Visit ...
Oct 18, 2024•30 min•Ep. 987
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 To...
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 986
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...
Oct 16, 2024•39 min•Ep. 985
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
Oct 15, 2024•34 min•Ep. 984
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 coming i...
Oct 14, 2024•48 min•Ep. 983
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 discuss who they ...
Oct 11, 2024•37 min•Ep. 982
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 season? Personal...
Oct 10, 2024•31 min•Ep. 981
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 th...
Oct 09, 2024•54 min•Ep. 980
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 buried...
Oct 08, 2024•32 min•Ep. 979
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 the cu...
Oct 07, 2024•37 min•Ep. 978
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 this...
Oct 04, 2024•59 min•Ep. 977
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
Oct 03, 2024•29 min•Ep. 976
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 Take C...
Oct 02, 2024•40 min•Ep. 975
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 need...
Oct 01, 2024•43 min•Ep. 974
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 de...
Sep 30, 2024•37 min•Ep. 973
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 one. Ale...
Sep 27, 2024•33 min•Ep. 972
