The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers have become known for going on scoring tears -- particularly on fast breaks -- when they can create even the slightest cushion against opponents. In-state rival Butler never let Indiana have that chance Saturday. The Bulldogs (8-2) asserted themselves physically against the Hoosiers (9-1), per the custom of Brad Stevens-coached teams, and … [Read more...] about Indiana Hoosiers get caught playing Butler’s game, fall to in-state foe
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What the offseason might have in store for the Indiana Pacers
With the highly anticipated NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Oklahoma City Thunder now under way, a thought randomly popped into my head: It wasn't very long ago that I was thinking the Pacers could conceivably be playing in this series. That, of course, was when the Pacers had taken a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference Semifinals after trouncing the Heat 94-75 in … [Read more...] about What the offseason might have in store for the Indiana Pacers
Dwyane Wade, LeBron James too much for Indiana Pacers
In the end -- after so many twists and turns that changed a lot of opinions -- the result of this Eastern Conference Semifinal series was what many expected. The Miami Heat closed out the Indiana Pacers 105-93 Thursday at Bankers Life Fieldhouse to win the series in six games and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the second straight year. The Pacers opened eyes … [Read more...] about Dwyane Wade, LeBron James too much for Indiana Pacers
It’s win or go home for Indiana Pacers
Most people want to say the Eastern Conference Semifinal series between the Indiana Pacers and the Miami Heat essentially ended Tuesday in Miami when the Heat clobbered the Pacers 115-83 to take a 3-2 lead. Some, including columnist Bob Kravitz of the Indianapolis Star, say the Pacers won't go so quietly because they have every bit the mental toughness as a team that Miami … [Read more...] about It’s win or go home for Indiana Pacers
Game 5 not a must-win for Indiana Pacers, but a win would be huge
With this NBA Eastern Conference Semifinal series tied at 2-2, several local news outlets who cover the Indiana Pacers say tonight's Game 5 in Miami is a must-win for the team if it is to win the series and advance to the conference finals. I don't quite see it that way myself. I believe the Pacers are far more capable of winning a Game 7 in AmericanAirlines Arena than most … [Read more...] about Game 5 not a must-win for Indiana Pacers, but a win would be huge
Miami Heat panicking? Cancel practice, media session, Wade vs. Spoelstra (video)
Last night the Indiana Pacers treated the Miami Heat like Wall Street/the U.S. Government treats anyone who opposes Goldman Sachs- total obliteration. Indiana put on the whooping stick as the Heat trailed by as many as 21. Today, the fallout continues, as the Heat cancelled their media session and practice. It's circling the wagons time, as the presumptive favorite to win … [Read more...] about Miami Heat panicking? Cancel practice, media session, Wade vs. Spoelstra (video)
Indiana Pacers proving they’re elite, take 2-1 series lead over Miami Heat
They say small-market NBA teams who can't attract superstars have to build slowly and economically. Knowing that makes Indiana Pacers President Larry Bird's being named 2011-12 NBA Executive of the Year that much sweeter -- in many ways, it's representative of the job he's done over a span of four years leading up to what his team did Thursday at Bankers Life … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers proving they’re elite, take 2-1 series lead over Miami Heat
Second half of Game 2 could change outlook of series for Indiana Pacers
It was another third quarter. Just one that meant so much more -- monumentally more. The Indiana Pacers, who have built quite a reputation for themselves as a third-quarter team during the 2011-12 season, used another strong effort in that period, and by extension in the second half, to escape AmericanAirlines Arena on Tuesday with a 78-75 win against the Miami Heat in … [Read more...] about Second half of Game 2 could change outlook of series for Indiana Pacers
It’s finally time: Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat in Eastern Conference Semifinals
This time three years ago, the Indiana Pacers had fallen so far out of the public eye, both nationally and in their own city, there was talk the franchise might soon be on the move. Now, they're about to be as relevant in sports nation as they can be -- they're playing a playoff series against the most polarizing team in the NBA -- and maybe in American sports. Fresh off … [Read more...] about It’s finally time: Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat in Eastern Conference Semifinals
Indiana Pacers net third seed in East with April run
Look at the top of the NBA's Eastern Conference standings as this lockout-shortened regular season draws to a close. The top two teams look familiar -- the Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat. The third-place team in the East? It isn't the Boston Celtics. It isn't the Orlando Magic. It's the Indiana Pacers. The long-suffering franchise has climbed to a 41-22 record, … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers net third seed in East with April run