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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / August 22

Pacers' $58 Million Forward Receives Brutal Outlook for This Season

The Indiana Pacers made the NBA Finals in part because of how good their bench was. The bench proved that they were the best in the NBA, and the team found success because of how good the team was collectively.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 3

Knicks Insider Names Team's Biggest Roster Mistake

The New York Knicks have gone about building the right way. Teams usually don't end up playing in the Eastern Conference Finals by accident, but that's the position the team put itself in after years of working towards contention, giving them as promising of a near-future as they've had in the 21st century.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 1

Knicks insider says drafting former Dayton star in 2020 turned out to be a misstep

The New York Knicks’ front office has made some game-changing moves over the years that have helped build the foundation of what they are now. However, like every front office, not every move they make ends up working out.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Indiana Pacers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Obi Toppin assigns blame for Pacers’ crushing Game 7 loss to Thunder

The Indiana Pacers came up a game short of winning the NBA Finals for the first time in their franchise history, as they suffered a 103-91 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 on Sunday night.

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20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Indiana Pacers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23

Pacers player makes heartbreaking admission about Haliburton’s injury

Pacers player makes heartbreaking admission about Tyrese Haliburton’s injury

Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin blames himself for Tyrese Haliburton’s gut-wrenching injury in Game 7 of the NBA Finals.

Haliburton paid for his bravado, but who are we to judge him?

Haliburton injury could dramatically change Pacers' offseason plans

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 22

There were only winners in this year's thrilling NBA Finals

After one of the best series, tactically, narratively and aesthetically, it’s proven difficult to come up with many losers coming out of the 2025 NBA Finals. So, let’s stay positive and focus on the winners from a delightful championship round.

Takeaways from NBA Finals Game 7: SGA, Thunder reach the mountaintop

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander completes historic season with rare NBA trifecta

Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton out of Game 7 with injury

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / June 20

Pacers' Obi Toppin Has Strong Message on Tyrese Haliburton Playing Through Injury

The Indiana Pacers blew out the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Obi Toppin was the leading scorer for the Pacers, pouring in 20 points.

Indiana Pacers News / BasketballNews.com / June 8

Lu Dort, Obi Toppin rewrite their narratives in NBA Finals debut

Dort and Toppin, once labeled “cannot shoot” coming into their NBA careers, both made big impacts in their first-ever Finals game, draining 5 threes each In the NBA, the brightest lights often reveal the clearest truths.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / June 8

Pacers' Obi Toppin Receives Shocking Prediction For NBA Finals

The Indiana Pacers would not have won Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder without the play of Obi Toppin. Toppin had 17 points and hit five threes against the Thunder.

Indiana Pacers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 6

Obi Toppin sends confident message after miracle Game 1 comeback

The Indiana Pacers continued their run of miracle comebacks in the playoffs following their stunning, 111-110 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / May 23

Former Knicks Forward Comes Up Big in Pacers' Comeback

On Wednesday night in Manhattan, Obi Toppin at least partly finally fulfilled the potential the New York Knicks saw in him when they made him in the eighth overall pick of the 2020 NBA Draft.

Indiana Pacers News / Ball Exclusives / May 23

Obi Toppin to trash-talking fan: 'I’m at the Ritz NoMad, pull up!'

The Indiana Pacers made a historical comeback in Game 1 against the New York Knicks. One player who doesn’t get many headlines, but played solid for Indiana was Obi Toppin.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 23

Obi Toppin Calls Out Knicks Fans For Trash-Talking; Gives Hotel Address As Open Challenge

Obi Toppin, the former Knicks player, was traded to the Pacers in 2023 in exchange for two second-round picks. He has now returned to New York for his homecoming as the Pacers stole Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Finals series against the Knicks.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 22

Obi Toppin’s warning to fan goes viral after Game 1 win vs. Knicks

Obi Toppin and the Indiana Pacers earned a big win over the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The incredible victory, which saw the Pacers overcome a 14-point deficit with about 2:45 remaining in the fourth quarter.

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The 'NBA Slam Dunk Contest winners' quiz

The NBA first held its annual Slam Dunk Contest in 1984, and in that time, there have been 40 winners. How many can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12

Three stars from Sunday's NBA playoffs

Here are three stars from Sunday's games.

Cavaliers star to undergo MRI on injured ankle suffered in Game 4

Watch: Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin ejected for punching De’Andre Hunter

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Joe Mazzulla had stirring message after Celtics’ Game 3 win

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Celtics not doubting themselves ahead of Game 4 with Knicks

Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / March 25

Pacers ride scorching third quarter to win over Timberwolves

One week ago, the Indiana Pacers sank five three-pointers in overtime to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves. Monday, they shot the lights out in a scorching third quarter to take down the Wolves again.

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / March 19

Pacers Notes: Obi Toppin Impresses, All-Stars Questionable vs Mavs, More

Despite being down most of their starting lineup, the Indiana Pacers surprisingly came out on top 132-130 against a Minnesota Timberwolves team that was on an eight-game winning streak.

Indiana Pacers News / Athlon Sports / March 18

Pacers' Obi Toppin Delivers Career Night in Win Over Timberwolves

An 82-game season is full of surprises. The NBA tends to get wonky while March Madness ensues in the NCAA. Monday's Indiana Pacers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves matchup rivaled a March Madness game.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 18

Obi Toppin goes off in overtime for huge Pacers win

With four starters out, the reserves stepped up for a huge OT win — especially Toppin.

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Indiana Pacers News / Field Level Media / March 17

Obi Toppin's late-OT trey pushes Pacers past Wolves

Obi Toppin scored 34 points, including the go-ahead 3-pointer with 3.5 seconds remaining in overtime, while leading the Indiana Pacers to a 132-130 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday in Minneapolis.

Indiana Pacers News / Athlon Sports / February 13

Obi Toppin Explains All-Star Break Goals and 'Pressure' to Win

Heading into the NBA All-Star Break, the Indiana Pacers have a solid 30-23 record, home-court advantage in a first-round playoff series, and plenty of momentum despite going only 2-3 in the last five games.

Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / February 14

Pacers bench carrying team to home-court advantage

The Indiana Pacers rode their depth to the Eastern Conference Finals last season. As their team has gotten healthier, it's becoming a huge strength once again.

Obi Toppin, Pacers outlast Wizards in OT

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