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Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Setting The Pace is a Pacers Podcast with Alex Golden and Mike Facci. Brought to you by the Blue Wire Podcast Network.

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00:52:25

Protect This House: Game 2 Preview with Kyle Taylor

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/22

Alex Golden is joined by Kyle Taylor, an occasional writer over on iPacers.com to discuss and preview Game 2 of Pacers-Bucks. Kyle does a good job of "putting the antlers on" to see what type of adjustments Milwaukee could make and how with or without Dame they can make it difficult on Indiana. On the flip side, the guys also look at how Indiana can go up 2-0 and take this thing into Milwaukee with a solid series lead. Join the Group Chat! Click this link to be a part of the fun with Setting The

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00:49:35

Thoughts on Game 1, Adjustments for Game 2 + Ticket...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/21

On today's episode, Alex opens up the show by announcing the WINNER of the Game 2 tickets, for those who joined the Setting The Pace Group Chat in Chat BCC. You can join in on all the Pacers conversations with us at Chat BCC! For the winner of the tickets, please email me at AlexGoldenNBA@gmail.comNext, Alex is joined by his friends from the Pacers Group Chat, Lincoln, David and Carson, to discus what happened in Game 1, what the Pacers did well, what the Bucks did not do well, and more. Then, they

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00:51:02

Statement Made: Pacers Drop the Hammer on the Bucks...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/20

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci start the show off by discussing the exciting news with the Facci family. Then, we dive into the game, highlight the great games from Turner, Siakam and Nembhard, read comments from our live youtube watchers and discuss what Indiana did so well to help them get the 19 point victory. The guys give out their player awards, discuss how awesome the Setting The Pace group chat in Chat BCC was and more!IF you want to interact with Facci and I during

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00:46:22

10 Things: The Official Setting The Pace Playoff Preview

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/18

On today's show, Alex Golden goes solo to preview the Pacers-Bucks series, as Facci was unable to make it, but for a GREAT reason! Baby Facci #2 is HERE! Michael J. Facci will be back Saturday to recap Game 1, but Alex went solo here to preview the series by sharing 5 things he wants to see the Pacers do in this series, and then 5 things he fears the most about the Milwaukee Bucks. At the end of the show, Alex shares his series predictions! #LetsGoPacers

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00:38:25

Setting the Stage: Pacers-Bucks Playoff Battle with...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/17

On today's episode, Alex and Facci are joined by Keith Smith from Spotrac and the NBA Front Office Show to dive into the Pacers-Bucks series from a National Perspective. After chatting with Ti about the Bucks, and Chris Denari about the Pacers, we wanted a neutral, unbiased analysts to give us his thoughts on the series upcoming and what both teams must do to win. At the end of the show, Keith gives his prediction for the series!

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00:34:53

Blueprint for a Series Win: Indiana’s Path Past the...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/16

On today's episode, Alex and Facci are joined by the voice of Pacers TV, Chris Denari, to discuss the Pacers-Bucks series through the eyes of the Indiana Pacers. Home Court AdvantageMathurin's first PlayoffsImproved Pacers DefenseWhat Nembhard can do without the Dame assignmentNesmith's hot shooting and what he bringsJarace's potential impactMyles and TJ leading as vetsObi Toppin's importanceThe Stars: Tyrese and PascalOvercoming GiannisMORE

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00:49:06

Through The Eyes of the Deer: Pacers-Bucks Preview...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/15

On today's episode, Alex and Facci are joined by Ti Windisch of the Gyro Step Podcast to look at this upcoming Pacers-Bucks series from a Bucks Perspective.Post Trade Deadline Additions: KPJ & KuzmaDamian Lillard's Injury and Potential ReturnBobby Portis suspension, play since returnGiannis dominant play this seasonMilwaukee's size and athleticism versus Indy's speedBrook Lopez pros and consRyan Rollins stepping into a bigger roleLooking Back at the regular season seriesPredicitionsMORE

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00:42:29

From Blown Out to Showin’ Out: Pacers Stun the Cavs +...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/14

On today's show, Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss the Indiana Pacers overcoming a 27-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 126–118 in double overtime, securing their 50th win of the season! This is the Pacers first 50-win campaign since 2013–14! Alex and Facci then give out their Season Awards using these 8 categories: MVP, Surprise Player, DPOY, Underrated, Best Play, Best Single Game Performance, Best Celly and Funniest Moment of the season.

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00:24:22

There's No Place Like Home: Pacers Clinch Home Court...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/11

The Pacers clinched home court in the first round of the playoffs with a narrow defeat against the Cavaliers! We discuss the feat that was to clinch home court, discuss the game briefly and pick our winner for the FREE tickets to the Orlando Magic vs. Indiana Pacers game on Friday, April 11th. To our winner, please email me at AlexGoldenNBA@gmail.com so I can transfer your tickets. The Finalists for the tickets are mentioned around the 7-minute mark of the episode.After I pick the winner, we dive

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00:47:48

Postseason Picture Coming Into Focus: A Conversation...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/10

On today's show, we start things off with a Smothered Chicken montage, thanks to the great Alex Riley. Then, Alex and Facci chat with Jeremiah Johnson from Fan Duel Sports Network about the Indiana Pacers remaining schedule. how this season has gone for the blue and gold, takeaways from specific players this season, the potential playoff matchup with the Bucks and MORE!JJ also tells us WHEN he listens to Setting The Pace, why he has an extra pep in his step and dissects how Quinn Buckner goes about

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00:42:09

Defense on the Menu: Smothered Chicken and a Narrow W...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/09

On today's episode, Alex kicks things off by updating Pacers fans on the crazy Tuesday night in the NBA and where the Pacers are currently in the hunt for homecourt. Then, Facci is joined by Kami to discuss the Pacers narrow victory over the Washington Wizards, who were without half of their key rotation guys. Haliburton's big 4th quarterWelcome back SiakamUgliest win of the season?Where's Jarace?

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00:35:04

Bench Trust Power Rankings, Nesmith’s Post-Break...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/08

On today's episode, Alex and Facci discuss a handful of things:First up: we’re ranking the bench players we trust the most right now — whether it's playoff-tested vets or rising role players making a leap. Who's closing games? Who’s earned real trust from coaches and us? We break it all down with a mix of eye test, stats, and context.Then, we shine the spotlight on Aaron Nesmith, who’s quietly put together a strong post-All-Star break stretch. What’s changed in his game? Is this growth sustainable

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00:29:01

The Avalanche in Reverse: Denver Buried by Indy’s Depth

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/07

On today's episode, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers 125-120 victory over the Denver Nuggets, ending a 5 year losing streak to the Joker and company. It was truly a strength in numbers type of victory for the Pacers, as they relied on multiple players to step up and have big moments throughout the entirety of the game. Myles Turner led the team in scoring, Jarace Walker and TJ McConnell shined off the bench, Haliburton found ways to impact the game despite a low scoring night, and key rotational

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00:28:33

Swat Kings: Turner and Siakam Shut Down the Jazz...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/05

This was truly a tale of two halves. Indiana was abysmal in the first half, but completely dominated Utah in the 2nd half, outscoring them 83-53. Tonight, Alex Golden goes solo to discuss the terrific games of Myles and Pascal on both ends of the floor, Tyrese Haliburton recording 11 assists and 0 turnovers, as well as trying to decipher the Pacers rotation with Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker.

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00:43:44

Indiana Pacers Assistant GM, Ted Wu, joins Setting...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/04

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci have a lengthy discussion with Ted Wu about the current state of the team, individual players and how they've fared this season, some of the struggles from the bench this season, potential playoff matchups between Milwaukee and Detroit, Myles upcoming free agency, pros and cons to a No Trade Clause and a message for the fans!

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00:35:01

Stinging Defeat: Pacers Outpace the Hornets!

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/03

Alex Golden joins Mike Facci to recap Pacers-Hornets! Alex was on the phone version of Zoom, and the audio was not crisp as per usual. However, the guys dive into what happened to help the Pacers win, what the Pacers have done of late that's been so impressive, give out player awards and MORE!

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00:46:58

How Jarace Impacts the 2nd Unit, Concerns with...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/02

Alex Golden is joined by Kyle Taylor to discuss the Pacers recent decision to insert Jarace Walker back into the rotation. How can Jarace lift the Pacers bench, what has gone wrong with these units since Nesmith was made a starter for Mathurin, is there an underlying issue with the inconsistent bench play, why has it taken Jarace this long to get back into the rotation consistently and how Pascal has played since the ASB.

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00:36:52

Haliburton Buries Kings with Go Ahead 3!

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/04/01

On today's show, Alex Golden and Mike Facci recap the Pacers terrific second half come from behind win against the Sacramento Kings. The Pacers trailed by 16 points, but rallied back to pull out another victory against a veteran loaded Kings team. How the Pacers were able to get this dub, why the Pacers bench was the reason they were even in this game, and clutch play from Haliburton, Siakam and Nesmith.

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00:39:02

Standings Watch, Upcoming Schedules for IND, DET &...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/03/31

Today, Alex and Facci recap the Pacers-Thunder game, dive into the remaining schedules for Detroit, Milwaukee and the Pacers, survey the current standings race between the 3 teams and discuss some other interesting NBA storylines.

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00:45:47

Wizards Get Demolished by Pacers + Drafting a...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/03/28

On today's show, Alex and Facci discuss the Pacers dismantling of the Wizards, with a 162-109 victory. How the Pacers were able to destroy the Wiz, what is there to really take away from a game like this, the pros to winning by so many, who stood out and more! Then, in Segment 2, with the NCAA Sweet 16 currently being played, the guys drafted a starting 5 of players who played for the Pacers based on how they performed in college. Let us know what team you think wins head to head and what players we

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