The Indiana Pacers are facing an urgent need to make a trade before the NBA Trade Deadline in February. The team’s struggles this season have been largely due to a lack of depth at center. After losing backup centers James Wiseman and Isaiah Jackson to Achilles injuries, the Pacers now rank as the third-worst team…
James Wiseman’s return to Detroit on Wednesday took a disastrous turn during the season opener against the Pacers. He suffered a torn left Achilles tendon and is currently working with the team to explore treatment options. ESPN’s Shams Charania was the first to report the injury, which typically results in a season-ending prognosis, although the…
A former lottery pick’s quest for redemption may have come to an early halt. James Wiseman, a center for the Indiana Pacers, suffered a concerning non-contact injury during the team’s season opener against the Detroit Pistons. In the first quarter, after missing a three-point shot, Wiseman appeared to injure his left calf while attempting to…
The Indiana Pacers were a major surprise during the 2023-24 NBA season, finishing with the best offense in the league and advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals. However, they were unable to compete against the Boston Celtics and were swept in the playoffs. Despite this setback, the Pacers have chosen to retain their young core,…
On Friday, the Indiana Pacers surprised many by waiving forward Cole Swider following their final preseason game. Swider had signed a non-guaranteed contract with the Pacers before training camp and appeared to be in contention for a roster spot, especially after the team released Kendall Brown. However, the Pacers opted to part ways with Swider…
The Pacers have signed veteran big man Jahlil Okafor to an Exhibit 10 contract but have since waived him, as announced in a team press release. They have also waived Kendall Brown. Reports of the Pacers’ intention to sign Okafor surfaced last month, making the delay until later in training camp somewhat surprising. Okafor, 28,…
Just a month ago, Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton became an ambassador for the well-known watch brand Movado, marking a significant achievement for the Wisconsin native as he establishes himself as one of the NBA’s rising stars. However, it appears Haliburton is not finished securing endorsement deals as he enters his fifth season. Haliburton has…
The current Indiana Pacers exemplify offensive success, but Frank Vogel highlighted the significance of elite defense during his tenure with the team in the 2010s. Recently, NBA insider Marc Stein reported that Vogel has joined the Dallas Mavericks coaching staff under Jason Kidd. According to Stein, Kidd noted that Vogel is now a “coaching consultant”…
The Indiana Pacers recently selected Johnny Furphy from Australia in the second round of the draft. Known for his versatility and shooting skills, there were hopes he could make an immediate impact, especially after a strong showing in the Summer League. However, those expectations may need to be adjusted for now. Furphy is currently dealing…
James Wiseman joins the Indiana Pacers after stints with the Golden State Warriors and Detroit Pistons, and the Pacers organization has confidence in his potential. However, he is currently dealing with a groin injury and will likely be limited at the start of training camp, as noted by head coach Rick Carlisle. “He has a…