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Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back for another episode of Setting The Pace, and after two preseason games, the guys have three big questions surrounding the Indiana Pacers!

While it's still incredibly early, we've gotten our first opportunity to evaluate this new-look roster against NBA competition. Some things have been encouraging, others have raised questions, and Alex and Facci are ready to take a deeper look.

Question 1: How is Ivica Zubac fitting in with the Pacers?

The guys share their way-too-early evaluations of Big Zu through two preseason games. What has stood out about his fit in Indiana's system? What adjustments still need to be made? And how much can we realistically take away from such a small sample size?

Question 2: How concerned should we be about T.J. McConnell's injury?

With limited information available about McConnell's injury, Alex and Facci discuss the level of concern surrounding Indiana's veteran backup point guard. How important is his availability to this team, and what could his absence mean for the rotation?

Question 3: Is Jay Huff really the third-string center?

One of the more interesting developments from the first two preseason games has been Indiana's frontcourt rotation. The guys examine Huff's role, where he currently stands in the center pecking order and whether that could change before the regular season begins.

Three questions. Two preseason games. Plenty to discuss.

Alex and Facci break down the early observations, potential concerns and what they'll be watching for as the Pacers continue preparing for the regular season on today's Setting The Pace!

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Alex Golden is joined by DCot of The Game Time Network to recap the Indiana Pacers' second preseason game and discuss everything that stood out from another entertaining night of basketball!

The Pacers came up just short after having an opportunity to tie or take the lead on the final possession, but there was plenty to take away from the game beyond the final result.

The biggest news of the night came before the action, as Tyrese Haliburton and T.J. McConnell were both out of the lineup. Rick Carlisle revealed that Haliburton suffered a minor ankle injury during Indiana's preseason opener against Minnesota.

Alex and DCot discuss the injury update, what it means for Haliburton as he works his way back into regular-season form and how the Pacers handled playing without their top two point guards.

The guys also break down Larry Nance Jr.'s Pacers debut after the veteran big man missed the team's first preseason game. What stood out about his first appearance, and how might he fit into Indiana's frontcourt rotation?

From there, the attention shifts to Pascal Siakam, who put together a strong performance, and the encouraging contributions from Jarace Walker and Obi Toppin off the bench.

Which players made the biggest impressions? What did Indiana do well? What still needs improvement? And what can we learn about the rotation after two preseason games?

Alex and DCot go back and forth on the biggest moments, individual performances and storylines from the game while looking ahead to what's next for this Pacers team.

Haliburton's ankle injury, Nance's debut, Siakam's strong night, the Walker-Toppin combination and a dramatic finish—all on today's Setting The Pace!

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Alex Golden is joined by Bradley Knight of The Pacers Post Up for a deep dive into the Indiana Pacers' first preseason game of the 2026-27 season!

After Indiana's 123-112 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Alex and Bradley take a different approach to breaking down the action, separating everything they saw into three categories:

THE HIGHS. THE MIDS. THE LOWS.

First, the guys discuss everything that impressed them about Indiana's preseason debut. Which players stood out? What were the most encouraging developments? And what gave them the most confidence heading into the rest of the preseason?

Next, they dive into the mids. These are the performances, developments and observations that weren't necessarily great or terrible but deserve a closer look. What showed promise? What still needs time? And which players left them wanting to see more?

Finally, it's time for the lows.

What didn't look right in Indiana's first game? Which areas need the most improvement? And what concerns, if any, should Pacers fans have after watching this new-look roster take the floor?

Throughout the episode, Alex and Bradley go back and forth on their observations, share different perspectives and discuss what they want to see from the Pacers as the preseason continues.

The good, the average and the disappointing. Nothing is off limits!

A fun, detailed breakdown of Indiana's first preseason game with Bradley Knight on today's Setting The Pace!

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