Well, it appeared the Boston Celtics threw in the white towel last night and gave the Big 4 the night off. The subs then promptly lost in overtime to the lowly Washington Wizards. With that loss, and Miami's win over the Atlanta Hawks, the playoffs are now set in the Eastern Conference. This year's playoffs are going to very hyped up and rightfully so. There are four or five … [Read more...] about NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Preview
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Tyler Hansbrough Becoming Go-To Guy for Indiana Pacers?
Some guys really do play with chips on their shoulders. That seems to be the case with Indiana Pacers forward Tyler Hansbrough, who arguably has been the team's most reliable player in terms of production during a recent 1-8 skid that left Indiana hanging on for dear life in eighth place in the Eastern Conference. Hansbrough's current season averages of 10.5 points per game … [Read more...] about Tyler Hansbrough Becoming Go-To Guy for Indiana Pacers?
Are Indiana Pacers in Relapse?
Well, so much for the newfound optimism under Frank Vogel. After starting 9-3 under the interim coach, the Indiana Pacers have lost seven of their last eight games, including five straight in which the team never realistically threatened for the win. Three of those defeats came by 17 or more points. The most recent loss, a 101-75 thrashing Wednesday at the hands of the … [Read more...] about Are Indiana Pacers in Relapse?
What Failed O.J. Mayo Trade Means for Indiana Pacers
Who's to blame? Who is responsible for the no-go on a trade that would have sent Memphis Grizzlies guard O.J. Mayo to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for forward Josh McRoberts and Indiana's first-round pick? Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley blamed the Pacers, reportedly saying they took too much time trying to organize a concurrent deal that would have sent guard Brandon … [Read more...] about What Failed O.J. Mayo Trade Means for Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers Show Promise under Interim Coach Frank Vogel
The Indiana Pacers didn't quite make it to 5-0 under interim coach Frank Vogel on Tuesday in a 117-112 loss to the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena. However, the team did make it five-in-a-row to spark optimism and hope in Indiana for the remainder of the 2010-11 season. Since firing former coach Jim O'Brien and replacing him with Vogel on Jan. 30, the Pacers have … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers Show Promise under Interim Coach Frank Vogel
Indiana Pacers Fire Jim O’Brien; More Change on the Way?
The Indiana Pacers fired coach Jim O'Brien on Sunday midway through the fourth year of O'Brien's contract and named assistant Frank Vogel interim coach for the rest of 2010-11. O'Brien went 121-169 as Pacers coach and began this season 17-27 before being relieved of his duties. The first thing to take away from Sunday's news is that the Pacers are doing the right thing in … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers Fire Jim O’Brien; More Change on the Way?
Indiana Pacers Officially Name Frank Vogel Interim Coach
A few hours after the news broke about Head Coach Jim O'Brien's firing, the Indiana Pacers organization called for a press conference with team president Larry Bird. At this presser, the team announced that assistant coach Frank Vogel would be stepping in as the interim coach for the remainder of the 2010-11 season. "I'm sure you've heard the news that we let Jimmy go … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers Officially Name Frank Vogel Interim Coach
Bulls Ronnie Brewer Posterizes Pacers Josh McRoberts (Video)
Who says Chicago Bulls two guard Ronnie Brewer is only a defensive specialist? He looked pretty offensive here, at least to the Indiana Pacers Josh McRoberts, who got dunked and owned. It was deemed Sportscenter's #1 highlight of the night. And even more entertaining than the dunk was television announcer Stacy King's exclamated gibberish. His effervescent, nutbar ramblings … [Read more...] about Bulls Ronnie Brewer Posterizes Pacers Josh McRoberts (Video)
Jim O’Brien Out As Indiana Pacers Coach
After three-plus seasons, the Indiana Pacers have decided to part ways with Jim O'Brien according to Pacers beat-writer and Indiana Star writer Mike Wells. The Pacers have struggled to close games in the fourth quarter all season en route to a 17-27 record. O'Brien was a combined 121-169 in his tenure as Head Coach of the Pacers. The decision comes after a 110-89 loss to … [Read more...] about Jim O’Brien Out As Indiana Pacers Coach
Blake Griffin Goes Off on the Pacers
A season-high, franchise-high, 2010-11 NBA league-high and just about any other high you want to mention is what Blake Griffin accomplished with his 47 points on Monday afternoon. The so-called rookie (technically his second year because he didn't play in 2009-10) also snatched 14 rebounds for his 27th consecutive double-double to rally his Los Angeles Clippers over the … [Read more...] about Blake Griffin Goes Off on the Pacers