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Pacers re-sign Jalen Slawson to two-way contract

The Pacers are bringing back one of their more intriguing developmental players. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Indiana has agreed to re-sign forward Jalen Slawson to a two-way contract after extending him a qualifying offer earlier this offseason.

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Tyrese Haliburton says he’s feeling ‘great’ ahead of Pacers return

Tyrese Haliburton believes the toughest part is finally behind him. Appearing on The Pat McAfee Show, the Pacers point guard said he’s fully recovered from shingles, has lost the weight he gained during treatment and is feeling as good as he has in quite some time as he continues working his way back from a torn Achilles.

Jalen Slawson News / Hoops Rumors / July 21

Pacers Re-Signing Jalen Slawson To Two-Way Contract

The Pacers and restricted free agent forward Jalen Slawson are in agreement on a two-way contract, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Slawson received a two-way qualifying offer from Indiana in June, so in all likelihood, he’s simply signing that QO.

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Indiana Pacers News / Fadeaway World / July 20

Tyrese Haliburton Recalls How LeBron James Hilariously Shot Down His Pacers’ Pitch

It has been three weeks since the free agency window opened. After a brief period of extensive activity, things seem to have cooled off. Now, with only a few major storylines remaining, fans and analysts keep a close eye on recent developments.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 20

Tyrese Haliburton Gives Health Update, Talks LeBron Recruitment, Zubac Trade

Tyrese Haliburton made an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday, providing Indiana Pacers fans with encouraging updates on his health while also discussing the team's offseason, his attempt to recruit LeBron James to Indiana, and why he believes the Pacers are positioned for a bounce-back season.

Taelon Peter News / Hoops Rumors / July 20

Pacers To Waive Taelon Peter

The Pacers plan to waive Taelon Peter, who is on a two-way contract, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Indiana selected the 6’3″ guard with the 54th overall pick in last year’s draft.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 20

Pacers Get Some Respect for a Change

When you look at the landscape of the Eastern Conference, one recurring trend has become impossible to ignore: people continue to overlook the Indiana Pacers.

Tyrese Haliburton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 20

Tyrese Haliburton gets real on how second apron impacts NBA teams

The Oklahoma City Thunder made a trade this weekend, sending Lu Dort, a key piece of their championship team, and culture, to the Atlanta Hawks in a move that was a largely seen as a means to avoid the dreaded second-apron.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 20

Tyrese Haliburton drops truth bomb on which teams should not want LeBron James

NBA Summer League is officially over, and the dog days of the offseason are here. But there is still one major piece of the free agency dominoes left to drop, and that’s LeBron James.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 20

Q&A with Pacers Global Design and Product Director Jas Bell On New Gig, Flo-Jo's Influence, More

Last month, Pacers Sports & Entertainment announced it had agreed to a multi-year partnership with designer and creative strategist Jas Bell, naming him global design and product director.

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 19

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Braden Smith News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 19