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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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00:42:09

Prove It: The Bench Guys!

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/29

On today's episode of STP, Alex and Facci look at the 7 key bench players who appear to be in contention for playing time this season and discuss what they want to see each guy prove this season!Here are the players discussed and in what order:McConnell, Sheppard, Furphy, Wiseman, Huff, Toppin and Walker! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:57:24

Revisiting our 2025 Offseason Interview with Chad...

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2025/09/27

Alex Golden and Facci are joined by Pacers GM, Chad Buchanan, to discuss the 2025 offseason and the upcoming season!Summer League ThoughtsJohnny Furphy's play and expectations for next seasonWhere was Kam Jones on Pacers big board?Do Pacers see Kam as more a 1 or 2?Enrique Freeman vs Taelon Peter for the final 2-way contractApplying for a Disabled Player ExceptionTargeting any other Free Agent Guards?Andrew Nembhard taking the starting PG role next yearWould Pacers have matched Myles contract offer

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00:11:01

NEWS UPDATE: Monte Morris OUT, Delon Wright IN! Who...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/26

On today's episode, Alex Golden goes solo to discuss: the most recent news about the Pacers 3rd string point guard spot, why the Pacers won't just convert a 2-way player to the 15 man roster, what is going on with Monte Morris after just signing, Delon Wright coming to training camp and battling for a roster spot, who will most likely get the first crack at the starting center spot, Siakam's leadership, Mathurin's opportunity, Mike Weinar departing, Jarace Walker having a great workout in pickup

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00:22:34

From The Archives: Aaron Nesmith joins Setting The Pace!

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2025/09/25

Pacers starting forward Aaron Nesmith makes his Setting The Pace debut! Aaron joins Alex and Facci to discuss his first season in Indiana, some of his favorite moments, answers some rapid fire questions, the growth in himself as a defender, a funny behind the scenes story with him and Buddy and his go-to food spot in Indy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of

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00:28:14

From The Archives: Andrew Nembhard Returns!

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2025/09/24

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Andrew Nembhard, Pacers guard, stops by the show to chat with Alex and Facci. The guys dive into the Pacers run to Eastern Conference Finals, ask Andrew questions about the year, his game winner against the Knicks in Game 3, whether or not he is looking to extend in the offseason, playing for Team Canada this summer and what players on that team he is looking to connect with, as well as specific questions on a variety of teammates and what his goals are for

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00:30:15

From The Archives: Bennedict Mathurin RETURNS to...

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2025/09/23

Pacers fans, this was a fun one! 3rd year guard, Benn Mathurin, stops by Setting The Pace for another interview. On today's show we dive into: rehabbing from his injury, what his expectations are for this season, sitting out during the playoffs and how he learned from that, what he thought of the offseason for Indiana, his belief in this group moving forward, some new hobbies he dove into over the offseason, how he plans to get better for his team, reflecting on last year's success, what he needs to

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00:37:25

Prove It: the Starters (What We Want To See Each...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss the Colts 3-0 start to the season, the INDIANA FEVER taking down the Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the 2nd Round of the WNBA Playoffs and how the Fever have gotten here. Then, they debut a new segment called "prove it" where they go through each player in the projected Starting 5 and share what they want to see them prove this upcoming season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data

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01:09:20

Are the Bulls FINALLY Turning This Thing Around? +...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Big DAVE from the CHGO Bulls Podcast joins for an incredibly deep conversation on the current state of the Chicago Bulls and their future. The guys discuss all of the offseason moves that were made and whether they were good or bad deals. Then the guys dive into the roster overall, layout a depth chart heading into the season, and discuss which players are most important to the Bulls success moving forward. Lastly, the guys look at potentially making trades or riding out the season and entering with

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00:35:30

The BEST Rivalry in the NBA? A Central Division Team...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/18

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Rohan Katti of the Gyro Step Podcast of GSPN to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks upcoming season. The guys go back and forth asking Rohan about the current state of the Bucks and what the future looks like with this group. They dive into Turner's arrival, the lack of wing depth, needing more point guard depth and what the ceiling and floor is for this Giannis led group. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our

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00:50:57

Indiana Pacers Season Preview!

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/17

As we continue our Central Division Previews, we take a break from the other teams in the division and focus on your Indiana Pacers. Facci and I answer the following 8 questions and have a lengthy discussion about the upcoming year for the blue and gold. Questions:1. How can Indiana avoid the overused phrase “gap year” for next season? 2. Which players need to take the biggest step forward in order for Indiana to reach its’ ceiling with this core? 3. Pascal Siakam rebranded his style of play to an

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00:52:25

The Colts Defeat Facci's Broncos + Cavs Season Preview!

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Alex Golden and Mike Facci kickoff the show discussing the Colts big win over the Broncos on Sunday, as Facci's favorite football team, the Denver Broncos choked away a victory with a costly penalty on the 60 yard field goal attempt. After a brief discussion on the Colts, the guys talk about the Cavaliers with Bob Schmidt of the Fear The 'Fro Podcast. With Cleveland expected to win the East once again this season, there are a lot of question marks with this team and reaching expectations. The guys

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00:37:55

Previewing The Detroit Pistons with Bryce Simon and...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Alex Golden is joined by Bryce Simon from The Pistons Pulse to discuss the Detroit Pistons upcoming season. In this preview, the guys go in-depth on the Pistons team and also jump into a good discussion on the Pacers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:35:23

Pacers Fantasy Draft! + Western Conference Standings...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Today, Alex and Facci draft 16 of the 17 players on the Pacers roster to form teams of 8 each. At the end of the season, the guys will see who drafted the better team by tallying up the stats and accolades from the season. Play with your friends and make your own rules! Let us know if you do and how your team turned out!Then, the guys get into their Western Conference Standings Predictions. How many similarities do Alex and Facci have this time? Not nearly as many as they did for the

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00:39:31

Pacers Sign Jalen Slawson + 10 HOT TAKES for the NBA...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/10

On today's episode of STP, Alex and Facci react to the Pacers training camp signing of Jalen Slawson and other team related news involving multiple public appearances for Tyrese Haliburton.Then, the guys share 10 Bold Predictions for the upcoming NBA Season!

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00:32:09

Picking Winners for the NBA Player Awards! What...

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2025/09/09

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00:29:27

Bold Predictions for the Pacers in 2025-2026

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Alex and Facci each share 3 Bold Predictions for the upcoming Pacers season and then they discuss the 2020 NBA Draft Class, specifically the redraft done by Sam Vecenie and Bryce Simon of The Game Theory Podcast.

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01:34:12

Where Do Jay Huff & Isaiah Jackson Rank Amongst the...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/05

Today, Alex Golden is joined by David Cole and Carson Stafford to determine where the new Pacers center duo ranks against the other starting centers in the league. The guys use the player ratings from NBA 2K26 to compare where they have them ranked. This episode was full of differing opinions on certain centers which led to some great conversations. Here is a list of the centers that were ranked/discussed: Karl Towns, Joel Embiid, Porzingis, Okongwu, Jarrett Allen, Myles Turner, Nikola Vucevic,

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00:46:27

Where does Pascal Siakam Rank Amongst the other...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/04

Today, Alex and Facci rank all 15 starting power forwards in the Eastern Conference. The guys compare their rankings to how NBA 2k26 had their power forwards rated. The guys finally had differing opinions with their lists, which caused for a good debate...but the real question is, where did the guys land on Siakam for starting power forwards in the East this season? Side note, the players selected were from a variety of websites that listed each team's depth chart based on last year's data and

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00:51:22

Where do Aaron Nesmith & Bennedict Mathurin Rank...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Today, Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss Facci's big weekend, where he put on his cape and became Super Dad for his daughter Maddie playing a carnival game. Then, the guys get into the weeds and look at the starting wings (shooting guards and small forwards) in the Eastern Conference. Alex and Facci rank from 1-15 each wing duo in the East and explain why they ranked Nesmith and Mathurin in the position they did against the other duos for the 2025-2026 season. They pulled data from NBA 2k26 for

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01:00:15

Where Does Andrew Nembhard Rank Amongst the other...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/09/02

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss their fantasy football teams and Tyrese Haliburton making his first appearance on a basketball court since his Achilles injury in June. Haliburton posted a video of himself shooting free throws with assistant coach, Isaac Yacob rebounding.Then, Alex and Facci rank all 15 starting point guards in the Eastern Conference. The guys compare their rankings to how NBA 2k26 had their point guards rated. The guys had similar lists

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