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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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00:47:27

The Vision Forward: Pacers GM Chad Buchanan on Zubac,...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/13

Indiana Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan joins Setting The Pace for an in-depth conversation about the direction of the franchise and the decisions shaping its future.We discuss:The trade deadline deal for Ivica Zubac and why Indiana felt it was the right moveThe reality of this team’s championship windowWhat fans should realistically expect when Tyrese Haliburton returnsThe continued growth of Pascal Siakam — both on and off the floorWhere Jarace Walker has made the biggest stridesThe

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00:57:37

Expansion Draft Decisions: Top 8 to Protect + Pacers’...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/12

It’s Part 2 of our crossover with The Pacers Post Up — and this one is all about tough decisions.Alex Golden is joined Brad and Ryan Knight to break down a hypothetical expansion draft scenario: if Indiana can only protect 8 players, who makes the cut?We debate:The untouchablesThe tough callsThe young upside swingsAnd which veterans might be left exposedThen we zoom out.Looking ahead to next season, what does this Pacers roster still need? Another creator? More size? Defensive versatility? A

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00:38:03

Garden Takeover: Pacers Stun Knicks, Zubac Embraces...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/11

The Indiana Pacers walk into Madison Square Garden and stun the Knicks in their own building.No fear. No backing down. Just execution.Alex Golden breaks down what this win means, how Indiana controlled key stretches, and why winning in that environment still carries weight, especially against New York.Then, Tomer Azarly joins from Clutch Points to dive into Ivica Zubac’s media availability, as well as Lawerence Frank's, Clippers President of Basketball Operations.Zubac spoke about:Playing alongside

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00:58:00

Is Zubac Top 5 in the East? Center Rankings & Furphy...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/10

Today, Alex Golden and Mike Facci zoom out and rank every starting center in the Eastern Conference. Who truly anchors a contender? Who’s replaceable? And where does Ivica Zubac stack up among the East’s best bigs? We break it down tier by tier and have the honest conversation about value, fit, and ceiling.We start off the show with unfortunate news. Johnny Furphy will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a torn ACL, a brutal setback for a young player who was just beginning to carve out

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00:38:20

Diving More into the Zubac Trade with Facci!

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/09

Facci is back from his work trip, and he might just have a little pep in his step about the move the Indiana Pacers pulled off on Thursday. Alex Golden joins, and the two discuss the trade and what this means for the Pacers future!Episode Recorded before the Pacers-Raptors game. We will discuss more on Johnny Furphy's injury soon. 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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00:40:09

The Perfect Loss? Pacers Fall 105-99, Lottery Math &...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/07

On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden is joined by Tyler Christian!The Indiana Pacers fall 105-99 to the Milwaukee Bucks… but was this the kind of loss that helps more than it hurts We break down the implications for Indiana’s lottery positioning and how this is the type of outcome that benefits the franchise long-term.With Bennedict Mathurin now in Los Angeles, what does this mean for Jarace Walker’s role moving forward? Is this the runway he needs? We discuss how the rotation shifts,

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00:40:55

Why the Pacers Bet on Zubac | Clippers Perspective w/...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/06

On this episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden is joined by Adam Auslund of Clippers Talk to break down everything Pacers fans need to know about Ivica Zubac. What makes him a nightly defensive anchor? How dangerous can he be as Haliburton’s roller? And what does he bring off the court?The conversation also covers Kobe Brown’s upside, Bennedict Mathurin’s fit with the Clippers, Isaiah Jackson’s role, and what direction LA is heading.If you want real insight from someone who’s covered Zu every

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00:34:38

Emergency Podcast: Indiana Pacers Trade for Ivica...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/05

Wow. The Indiana Pacers make a blockbuster trade for Ivica Zubac, starting center from the Los Angeles Clippers! The Indiana Pacers give up Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, a 2026 protected pick (1-4 and 10-30), 2029 unprotected pick, and a 2028 second round pick. Tom Lewis of Indy Cornrows joins to me break it all down! 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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00:42:06

Latest Trade Buzz: Pacers interested in Ayo Dosunmu?...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/05

Alex Golden is joined by Big Dave of CHGO Bulls to discuss all the deals that were made today, buy specifically focusing on some of the transactions Chicago made. Big Dave then dives into what makes Ayo Dosunmu such a beloved Bull, and how he would be a great fit playstyle wise in Indiana. The guys then discuss if Mathurin were to be dealt to Chicago what that would like, and Dave shares what he likes about Bennedict. Lastly, the fellas discuss the latest trade intel on Domantas Sabonis, and how it

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00:23:17

Latest Trade News Around the NBA + Jazz Recap

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/04

Alex Golden goes solo to discuss the Pacers loss to the Utah Jazz, where the high minutes players were held out, and younger players got an opportunity to showcase their abilities. After a quick game recap, Alex then dives into the latest trade news around the NBA. Blockbuster moves were made today, and potentially two of those deals could directly impact the Pacers.To keep up with all of the latest news around the league, please follow this link. I will have the latest intel and rumors all in one

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00:31:43

Pacers Run Out of Fuel vs Houston - Game Recap

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/03

Mike Facci is joined by Kyle Taylor of iPacers to break down the Pacers’ hard-fought loss to the Houston Rockets. The game featured plenty of back-and-forth action, but Indiana struggled to get key stops and secure crucial rebounds when it mattered most. The guys discuss what went wrong, standout performances, and what the loss means moving forward.Plus, be sure to check out Alex Golden’s work over at Sports Illustrated, where he’ll be running a live article all week with news, updates, and the

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01:01:57

Nine Trade Ideas for the NBA Trade Deadline!

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Alex and Facci share 9 trade ideas for the upcoming NBA Trade Deadline!Trade 1 - 1:22 (Facci's)Trade 2 - 8:05 (Facci's)Trade 3 - 14:40 (Facci's)Trade 4 - 23:15 (Alex's)Trade 5 - 30:05 (Alex's)Trade 6 - 34:00 (Alex's)Trade 7 - 36:15 (Alex's)Trade 8 - 43:55 (Alex's 3 team deal)Trade 9 - 52:27 (Alex's 4 team deal) For audio listeners, numbers will be off by 1:30 - 3:00 with advertisements added in after timestamps were added. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for

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00:48:42

Pascal Siakam is an All-Star + Top 3 Trade Targets...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Alex Golden and Michael J. Facci join forces to discuss and celebrate Pascal Siakam being named a 2026 NBA All-Star. The guys then share their Top 3 Trade Targets for the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline! 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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00:35:00

Pacers impressive in win against Hawks + Reaction to...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/02/01

Alex Golden goes solo on today's show to discuss the Pacers recent play in the month of January, and why Indiana has been winning more games than losing as of late. Alex then dives into why the Pacers defeated the Hawks, key moments that stood out to him in the game, as well as sharing a story about a fan interaction with Benn Mathurin. In the final segment, Alex shares some fun facts about the Pacers-Hawks matchup since the 2023-2024 season! He then shares his thoughts on prospects AJ Dybants and

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00:51:21

Center of Attention Finale: Top 5 Centers to Trade...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/01/30

To Conclude our Center of Attention series, Alex and Facci share their rankings! Facci shared his Top 5 with 1 honorable mention, and Alex shared his Top 10 with 4 honorable mentions. Let us know what you think of our lists of centers to trade for and what you would like to see the Pacers do to address the hole they have at the position. 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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00:18:08

Center of Attention: The Indiana Pacers - A Podcast...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/01/30

Alex Golden and Mike Facci closeout this series diving into the current depth chart of the Indiana Pacers. Jay Huff, Isaiah Jackson and Micah Potter are the last three standing after a slew full of centers have been on the roster this season. What do the guys think about this group, where do they rank amongst the other center groups in the NBA and what is the best long-term option for each of them on the Pacers. Now at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a

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00:18:49

Center of Attention: The Milwaukee Bucks - A Podcast...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/01/29

Alex Golden and Mike Facci reunite on this series to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks. Former Pacers center Myles Turner left this gaping hole for the Pacers to fill, but would it make sense to negotiate with Milwaukee to see if maybe there is a deal to bring Turner back to Indy? We discuss the cons of that, why the pros are slim and briefly touch on Jericho Sims. Now at the end of each discussion, the guys give each team and their center depth a letter grade. A being the best, F being the worst. We hope

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00:36:29

Pacers Survive the Stampede, Beat the Bulls 113-110

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/01/29

Mike Facci is joined by Destin Adams to recap a heroic 4th quarter effort from the Pacers against the scrappy Chicago Bulls. The guys discuss the gutsy plays made down the stretch of the game, what Indiana had to do to overcome Chicago's 14-point lead, a little trade deadline talk and more! 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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00:12:09

Center of Attention: The Detroit Pistons - A Podcast...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/01/28

Alex Golden goes solo to talk about the Detroit Pistons terrific frontcourt of Jalen Duren, Isaiah Stewart and Paul Reed. Jalen Duren is a RFA this season, but will the Pistons offer him the contract he deserves? If not, could Indy swoop in? Isaiah Stewart is crazy, but he is a high-level impact player. Is he too crazy for the Pacers to send a trade offer for? Lastly, Paul Reed has one more year on his contract, but is very gettable...could he make sense as a backup big for Indy?Now at the end of

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00:33:37

Three Questions: A Midseason Look at the Growth or...

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast ·

2026/01/28

Alex Golden and Mike Facci answer these three questions to get a better feel of how things are going this season in terms of development for individual players:Who is the player that has surprised you the most this season? (good or bad)Who is the player that your opinion has changed the most on from the beginning of the season? (good or bad)Who is the play you believe is impacted the most when Tyrese Haliburton returns from injury? (good or bad) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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