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Indiana Pacers struggle mightily in loss vs. Washington Wizards

The Indiana Pacers are starting a losing streak after falling at home to the Washington Wizards on Sunday afternoon inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This was a rare opportunity for the Pacers to be favored in a game this season, but that didn't matter once the ball was tipped.

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What are the odds of Indiana getting an All-NBA Player in the draft?

The work of an NBA general manager is never done. The 6–19 Indiana Pacers appear lottery-bound as they host the 3–20 Washington Wizards today at 3 PM Eastern.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / December 14

Tyrese Haliburton in attendance for John Cena's final match

Most of the world knows that John Cena had his final match on Saturday Night's Main Event. NBA fans know that Tyrese Haliburton is recovering from an achillies injury.

Indiana Pacers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton catches John Cena’s final WWE match at SNME

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton may be sidelined from NBA action, but he was still front and center for one of the most emotional moments in sports entertainment this weekend.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?

The 'Three Point Era 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'Teammates with 30+ points in one NBA Conference Finals game' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 13

Improved Pacers out for more traction vs. Wizards

A pair of Eastern Conference cellar-dwellers in the Washington Wizards and Indiana Pacers meet on Sunday at Indianapolis, with each looking to ignite a much-needed spark.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 13

NBA Notes: Cavs, Donovan Mitchell, Pacers, Garrison Mathews, Bulls

Donovan Mitchell bailed out the Cavaliers on Friday, pouring in 48 points to lift Cleveland past the Wizards, 130-126, in a game that got far more uncomfortable than it should have.

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / December 13

Five questions ahead of Wizards vs. Pacers

The Indiana Pacers are gearing up for their next matchup as they take on the Washington Wizards at home. With the Sunday matinee game approaching, we spoke with Washington Wizards On SI contributor Henry Brown to learn more about the team.

Rick Carlisle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 12

Pacers’ Rick Carlisle blasts refs for ‘being against’ Indiana all year

Rick Carlisle didn’t bite his tongue after another tight loss. Following the Indiana Pacers’ late collapse against the Philadelphia 76ers, Carlisle questioned the officiating and suggested his team has been fighting an uphill battle all season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 12

Older 76ers step up without Tyrese Maxey for win over Pacers

Philadelphia 76ers' leading scorer Tyrese Maxey missed his first game of the season Friday night. Thankfully, the team's other, older All-Stars were ready to pick up the slack in a 115-105 win over the Indiana Pacers.

Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell avoids humiliating loss with huge fourth quarter

Love, actually: Jazz veteran shoots down Grizzlies in win

Keyonte George makes Jazz history in win over Grizzlies

Lakers' Austin Reaves out at least one week with mild calf strain

One painful play symbolizes Clippers' entire miserable season

Dream scenarios: What Thunder could offer Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / December 12

Indiana’s push for Zubac may reveal 2026 Draft strategy

The Indiana Pacers are looking at a veteran center through the trade process as reported by Brett Siegel of Clutch Points. You can read more about that here.

Indiana Pacers News / Last Word On Sports / December 11

Veteran Sharpshooting Wing Impresses Pacers Enough To Earn Contract And What It Means Going Forward

The Indiana Pacers have made yet another roster move. According to Tony East of Forbes, the Pacers will give Garrison Mathews a standard deal after his second 10-day pact expired on Wednesday night.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / December 11

Pacers to re-sign Garrison Mathews, waive Jeremiah Robinson-Earl

Garrison Mathews‘ second 10-day contract with the Pacers expired overnight, but he won’t be going anywhere. According to Tony East of Forbes (Twitter links), Indiana is re-signing Mathews to a standard contract and will waive forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl in order to create room on the roster.

Indiana Pacers News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

Pacers Have Plenty Of Options as They Seek Long-Term Answer for Biggest Need

The Indiana Pacers dealt with significant adversity this summer, and it has carried over into the regular season. While the Pacers’ 2025-26 season isn’t officially over, it is on life support due to a series of injuries they are still dealing with.

Tyrese Haliburton News / EssentiallySports / December 10

Tyrese Haliburton Makes Mental Health Admission, Reveals Jayson Tatum’s Role in Achilles Recovery

Just a few months ago, the Indiana Pacers looked like a team on the rise after their inspiring run to the NBA Finals. Now they’re witnessing a dramatic fall, sitting second last in the Eastern Conference with a 6-18 record.