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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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00:18:45

Indiana Pacers Make History with 1-12 Start +...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/16

Alex Golden goes solo, talking about the Indiana Pacers WORST start in Franchise History, falling to 1-12 on the season with an 18-point loss to the Toronto Raptors. Transition defense was nonexistent, playing without any resistance by allowing 78 points in the paint, and not playing with enough force to take advantage of opportunities that these players may never have again once this roster gets healthy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our

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00:34:51

Pacers Blasted by Suns in 35-point Loss! Game Recap,...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/14

On today's episode, Alex Golden is joined by Destin Adams to discuss the Pacers 35-point loss! Aaron Nesmith goes down with a scary injury in the 3rd quarter, and Indiana falls to 1-11 on the season. Alex and Destin look at the future of this season and discuss if the Pacers would be wise to be sellers at the trade deadline to really give themselves more bites at the apple in the NBA Draft. Alex shares a trade idea; Destin talks about what players seem the most untouchable and whether or not the

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00:30:10

Mailbag Part 2: Could Nembhard be the Trade Piece to...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/13

Today, Alex and Facci conclude the November Mailbag...pretty sure Alex said this was Part 3 and the graphic says Part 2, sorry for the confusion. We answered 1 mailbag question last Friday, which was technically Part 1, but whatever Part it is of the mailbag, we answered your questions and talked about this team! Here are the questions below:Nick Ogren: Quenton Jackson’s hamstring injury might be the most devastating injury this fall, given the opportunity in front of him. After a Haliburton-esque

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00:34:51

TJ McConnell Returns, but Indiana Pacers lose 5th...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/12

Alex Golden is joined by Noah Rusk to recap the Indiana Pacers best scoring night of the season, TJ McConnell making his season debut and the BEAUTIFUL, WONDERFUL, MAGNIFICENT city edition jerseys being worn for the first time, all to lose their 5th game in a row. The Jazz CRUSH the Pacers by 24 points, scoring 152, and shooting a ridiculous percentage, to ruin any positivity from the Pacers efforts tonight. Join us for a discussion about almost every player on the team, what we saw in this game,

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00:27:30

November Mailbag Pt. 1 - What is the path to next...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/11

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex and Facci answer questions from the Mailbag to discuss the questions listeners have about this team. We recorded this episode on Thursday, November 6th, in case any news breaks and the conversation is about something that happened previously. Today the questions were answering are from Rooster, Pacers Faithful and Paulo Borges:Rooster - What do you think the path is to next seasons starting center? IJax? Trade for Kessler (in graphic) or who else? Would

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00:40:45

Pacers Blown Out by 31 + Myles Turner Can't Stop...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/10

Andrew Nembhard and the Nembhard-ettes get blown out on the second night of a back-to-back against the Steph Curry-less Warriors. Alex and Facci recap this horrific game, discuss why the team had no chance of winning and what to make of the 1-9 start to the season. Then, the guys discuss Myles Turner once again throwing shade at the Pacers and their fans in a postgame interview between Milwaukee and Chicago, as well as a former Pacers All-Star joining the Bucks G-League affiliate, The Wisconsin

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00:26:03

Andrew Nembhard Returns in Pacers 117-100 Loss to...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/09

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden goes solo to discuss the Pacers 117-100 loss to the Nuggets. Alex discusses 10 things from the game that stood out to him, leading to the Pacers loss.Nembhard's ReturnA Terrific Nesmith GameWeird RotationsA tough Siakam nightGood Jarace, but need MORE of itThe Biggest Jay Huff Hater is back!Monte Morris' debutPoints in the PaintShot Making (or lack thereof)Transition Defense Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for

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00:31:18

The Mac McClung Era Comes to an End; Monte Morris...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/07

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss the Pacers deciding to waive Mac McClung and bring in Monte Morris. In addition to that, Facci shares what he likes about this specific move, whether or not McClung was given a fair shot, and more. The guys also discuss Cody Marting being brought in Wednesday for a 10-day contract and what he can bring to the table. After that to conclude the show, the guys answer the 1st question from the Mailbag Podcast, sent in by Noah

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00:23:22

Pacers Lose UGLY to Nets, Cody Martin Signs + Injury...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/06

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden goes solo to discuss the Pacers loss to the Nets, a game in which they looked terrible in, outside of Ben Sheppard and Jay Huff. Alex goes through and reads his notes from the game to highlight what he saw good or bad. Then, Alex briefly touches on Cody Martin's arrival to the team. 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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00:19:40

How do the Pacers stack up statistically against the...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Alex Golden and Mike Facci look at how the Pacers stack up against the rest of NBA in certain categories...After that, they play a game of "describe it", a new segment where we describe is something is good or bad for the Pacers. This week we touched on Siakam, and the 3 words we have to come up with how his season has gone so far...Let us know if you enjoyed the episode in the comment section! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use

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00:14:47

Bonus Episode: Alex Golden joins NBA Today on NBA TV...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Alex Golden joins Justin Termine and Eddie Johnson, hosts of NBA Today on NBA TV and Sirius XM Radio to discuss Myles Turner's return to Indiana, why fans were booing and whether the boos were warranted, the Pacers front office failing to give Myles a fair offer compared to what the Bucks gave him, whether or not the Pacers will be able to retain Benn Mathurin in the offseason and MORE! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of

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00:33:12

Indiana Pacers Fall Short to Milwaukee Bucks in Myles...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/04

Alex Golden and Mike Facci discuss the Pacers 117-115 loss to the Bucks The Indiana Pacers were searching for their 2nd win of the season, but fall to the Bucks at the hands of Giannis, who drilled a fade away jumper to win it for Milwaukee. Myles Turner was booed every single second of this game by Pacers fans, and the center who is replacing him outplayed him for the majority of the game. Isaiah Jackson had 21 points, 10 rebounds and had some timely plays down the stretch. Pascal Siakam continued

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00:40:32

The Return of Myles Turner: Will Boo Birds Await? +...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/03

It’s the matchup everyone’s been waiting for! Myles Turner faces the Indiana Pacers for the first time since leaving for the Milwaukee Bucks — and Pacers fans are fired up. After weeks of controversial comments and shade thrown in interviews, the once-beloved big man is now public enemy number one in Indy. Alex Golden and Mike Facci break down the tension, the fan reactions, and what kind of fireworks we can expect when Turner steps back onto the Gainbridge floor.Plus — the Pacers are coming off

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00:13:47

The Indiana Pacers are winless NO more after...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/02

On today's episode, Alex goes solo to discuss the Indiana Pacers finally breaking through for their first win of the season — doing it in style against Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Alex dives into a wild night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, where Quenton Jackson and Aaron Nesmith delivered career performances to power Indy to victory.We breakdown:Quenton Jackson’s breakout game and what it means for his role moving forwardAaron Nesmith’s all-around brilliance on both ends of the floorHow

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00:16:12

Obi Toppin to have surgery, OUT till February; Pacers...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/11/01

Alex Golden goes live at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to recap the game. The Pacers fall to 0-5, continuing their losing streak. In addition to losing the game, the Pacers announced that Obi Toppin will be out until February with a foot injury. Alex talks about it all on today's episode. Per Pacers PR: Forward Obi Toppin has been diagnosed with a partial stress fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot. Toppin will travel to New York and have the injury surgically repaired by Dr. Martin O’Malley

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00:34:18

Talking Pacers 0-4 start with Keith Smith + Surprises...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/10/31

Facci is back and he is holding it down without Alex today! On today's show, Facci welcomes in fan favorite of the podcast, Keith Smith from Spotrac. The guys discuss the following topics as the NBA week is officially one week in!0-4 startWeather the storm or reconsider?Benendict MathurinSurprises around the leagueMORE 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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00:43:53

Aaron Nesmith Misses 3 at the buzzer & Pacers fall...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/10/30

Alex Golden is joined by Tyler Smith from Indy Sports Legends to recap the Pacers 107-105 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. The Pacers blew another opportunity to win a close game. Siakam was the backbone again for the Pacers with 27 points and 13 rebounds, but the shooting woes were intensified in this game from everyone on the roster. Mac McClung made his debut, Jarace Walker scored a career high, RayJ Dennis had a team high +13 in plus/minus but too many misses cost the Pacers a chance at their first

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00:37:18

Chris Taylor, Noblesville Boom GM Talks Upcoming Boom...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/10/29

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Noblesville GM, Chris Taylor, joins me to discuss: the Boom starting their training camp this week; who they selected in the G League Draft on Saturday; insight on Indiana native Kyle Guy returning to basketball after retiring; thoughts on Gabe McGlothan and Jalen Slawson (who played on the Pacers preseason team) and the first season of the Boom in their state of the art facility in Noblesville.In addition to that, Chris talks about the growth he has seen in

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01:01:29

Pacers Sign Mac McClung, Waive James Wiseman...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/10/28

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden is joined by Brett Evans to discuss the Pacers singing of Mac McClung and the waiving of James Wiseman. The guys discuss why the Pacers went with Wiseman as the man to be waived and what it is about Mac McClung that brings some level of intrigue as this team continues to battle injuries.Later, Alex and Brett discuss the Wiseman waiving, and what it means for the center rotation moving forward. Brett shares his opinion on who the Pacers best fit at

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00:49:03

Indiana Pacers Fall Short in Close Battle Against...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Alex Golden is joined by Kyle Taylor from iPacers to discuss the Pacers 4-point loss to the Timberwolves. The guys dive into the play of Tony Bradley, RayJ Dennis, Quenton Jackson returning from injury, Aaron Nesmith's 18-point night, what to make of Jarace's performance, the untimely fouls from Shepp and end with giving all the flowers to Pascal for his heroic efforts in this one.Please leave us a 5-star rating and review if you like the show; or Subscribe and Like this VIDEO if you are on

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