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Pacers GM's Message to Braden Smith After Summer League

When Summer League came to an end for the Indiana Pacers, general manager Chad Buchanan set down and had a conversation with Braden Smith --the No. 38 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft-- about his play.

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The Biggest Battle for a Rotation Spot on the Pacers

When the Pacers entered the offseason they were hoping to address their wing depth position by either landing a top-four pick in the NBA Draft or finding a difference maker via Free Agency.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 30

Ex-Indiana Guard Darrell Armstrong on his Appreciation for a Pacers Gesture

Before the 2026 NBA Draft, the Indiana Pacers elected to bring in Darrell “DJ” Armstrong Jr, who is the son of former Indiana Pacers guard and NBA Champion Darrell Armstrong.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 29

The most overlooked player on the Pacers

For the Indiana Pacers, the headlines will belong to Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and new center Ivica Zubac. Overall health and production from their big three will carry the most weight for the upcoming season.

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 29

The One Thing the Pacers Will Regret About This Offseason

All in all, the Indiana Pacers had a pretty solid offseason considering the hand they were dealt. They had no first-round draft pick. Had limited money to spend in free agency.

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20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s

An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.

Rick Carlisle News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 29

Why Rick Carlisle Is a True Players' Coach for the Pacers

Former Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Darrell Armstrong spent 12 of his 16 seasons on the bench with former Mavs Head Coach Rick Carlisle, including winning a championship in 2011.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 28

Realistic Expectations for Haliburton's Achilles' Comeback

Tyrese Haliburton missed all last season after recovering from an Achille injury that he sustained during game seven of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Indiana Pacers News / HITC / July 28

How Zac Efron movie and first date with his wife inspired Tyrese Haliburton’s new signature shoes

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton reveals the sweet story behind his new signature shoes. Tyrese Haliburton missed the entire 2025-26 NBA season because of a torn Achilles injury he suffered during the 2025 finals.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 27

Jonathan Kuminga's agent has poor recent history with clients

Restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga spent all of last summer trying to escape the Golden State Warriors before signing a one-year deal with a team option.

Lakers facing new roadblock to sign Jonathan Kuminga

Luka Doncic gives Lakers a golden opportunity to restore their glory

Ranking the three NBA teams that will shock everyone in 2026-27

Five players who proved Summer League excellence isn't a sign of things to come

The '2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers' quiz

Braden Smith News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 27

Why the Pacers Haven't Signed Braden Smith Yet: Indiana's GM Explains the Delay

When the Indiana Pacers selected Purdue guard Braden Smith with the No. 38 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, many fans assumed a contract announcement would quickly follow.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 27

Where Do the Indiana Pacers Fall in the Eastern Conference?

The Indiana Pacers enter the 2026-27 season with one of the deepest and most balanced rosters in the Eastern Conference. After reaching the NBA Finals two seasons ago, Indiana didn't stand pat.

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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.

Ivica Zubac News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 26

Pacers GM Reveals Why Ivica Zubac Is a Perfect Fit in Indiana

At the NBA Trade Deadline in February, the Pacers made one of the splashiest moves when they acquired veteran center Ivica Zubac. While his game differs from former starting center Myles Turner, Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan believes Zubac brings qualitites that can elevate Indiana on both ends of the floor.

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most NBA Finals points' quiz

Indiana Pacers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 25

Pacers’ 8-second clip of Tyrese Haliburton proves he’s back after torn Achilles

An 8-second video of Tyrese Haliburton was all Indiana Pacers fans needed to get excited this offseason. Haliburton suffered a torn Achilles in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals and missed the entire 2025-26 season.

Tyrese Haliburton News / Bleacher Report / July 25

Watch: Hali comeback season loading

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 24

Pacers' Jas Bell On Pharrell Influence in New Role as Pacers Sports & Entertainment Design Director

Jas Bell was recently named Pacers Sports & Entertainment's first global design and product director. This newly created role will allow him to oversee the creation of merchandise for both the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever moving forward.

Johnny Furphy News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / July 24

Why the Pacers Believe in Johnny Furphy

Johnny Furphy may not be back the court until around the midway point of the season, but don't underestimate the level of impact he can have on this Pacers team.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Wire / July 23

Pacers GM Chad Buchanan: Larry Nance Jr. ‘really good fit with our locker room’

The Pacers made a somewhat curious frontcourt swap this offseason, waiving Micah Potter and replacing him with former Cavaliers big man Larry Nance Jr.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / July 23

Pacers GM Buchanan Talks Oubre, Nance, Centers, Two-Ways

After Tyrese Haliburton joked last week during an episode of the Mind The Game podcast about how his efforts to recruit LeBron James to Indiana went nowhere,

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Wire / July 21

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.

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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 19