By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Exactly four weeks ago, the Pacers put together a huge comeback win over the Detroit Pistons at home. On Friday night, they almost did it again. Almost. This time, the hole they dug themselves was a little too much to overcome. After cutting a 16-point deficit to […]
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By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — The story everyone wanted was Paul George vs. Victor Oladipo. The story they got was Steven Adams. Adams had a monster night with 23 points and 13 rebounds, leading the Thunder to a 100-95 win over the Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. As expected, Paul George was […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — It looked like it was going to be one of those nights. The Pacers were getting worked in every aspect of the game against the Chicago Bulls of all teams. And then, Victor Oladipo happened. After trailing 83-69 heading to the fourth quarter, Oladipo led another inspired […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor Through the first 23 games of the season, the Indiana Pacers have faced a tough overall schedule. Only one team has played a more difficult strength of schedule to this point (Philadelphia) according to ESPN.com. They’ve played 13 games on the road. They’ve played seven games against the top-5 […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — A quarter of the season is in the books, and the Indiana Pacers are way better than you thought. With a 121-109 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night, the Pacers improved to 12-9 on the season. No Paul George? No problem. Let’s take a stroll […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — There’s something special about “Black Friday” games at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. There’s something special about Lance Stephenson playing against the Toronto Raptors. And after a fifth-straight win, there might be something special about the Indiana Pacers. Sure, it’s only been 19 games, but the Pacers (11-8) continue […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor After covering Paul George for several seasons, I grew accustomed to his post-game comments. He has always spoken his mind, which is appreciated. At times, however, his words can leave a bad taste in the mouths of fans or teammates. I do feel he simply gets misunderstood on occasion. […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers are in a transition season. It will be a season filled with obstacles, slumps, and at times, frustration. With that said, not every loss will be equal. Not every loss will mean progress wasn’t made. Take Friday night against Portland, for example. Playing without […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor Another NBA season is upon us, and the new-look Indiana Pacers are ready to show the world what they can do. Here are some of the best quotes from Media Day- Pacers Coach Nate McMillan– “We’re going to play team basketball. We have a lot of guys that […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — When you know a breakup is coming, does it make it any easier when it actually happens? That depends on who you ask, I guess. For many Pacers fans, the split with Paul George is as painful as it gets. What about all of our good times? […]
By TYLER SMITH (@TylerSmith_ISL) ISL Editor http://thegruelingtruth.net/podcast/lets-talk-nba-indianapacers-season-recap-future-pacers/ (Pacers Podcast. Click the picture to listen.) INDIANAPOLIS — The Pacers barely made the playoffs. They got swept by Cleveland. There’s uncertainty surrounding Paul George. And now Larry Bird has stepped down. That doesn’t sound too promising for the franchise or its fans. But does that guarantee […]
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