Jackson's agent rips Nelson trying to force trade Nov 9, 2009
Jackson came to the Warriors in a 2007 trade with the Indiana Pacers. No stranger to controversy himself, he was suspended 30 games for his role in the 2004 Pacers-Pistons brawl at The Palace at of Auburn Hills. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Bird-Johnson book reveals binding friendship Nov 8, 2009
Bird, now president of the Indiana Pacers, has become more outspoken about his Celtic days, especially in his criticism of former teammate Cedric Maxwell, whom he, ironically, lauded during a conference call with reporters last Monday. With the basketball public thirsting for more intimate tales from the 80s, and Bird at peace with his role in the Celtics-Lakers connection, he offered his take on that remarkable period. (Boston Globe)
Hansbrough Scores 13 in Debut as Pacers Beat Wizards Nov 7, 2009
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Pacers pound Wizards Nov 7, 2009
Tyler Hansbrough scored 13 points in his pro debut to help the host Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 102-86 on Friday night ... Tyler Hansbrough scored 13 points in his pro debut to help the host Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 102-86 on Friday night. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Pacers: Tyler Hansbrough makes NBA debut as Pacers defeat Wizards, 102-86 Nov 7, 2009
Indiana Pacers - IndySports ... Indiana Pacers' Danny Granger (33) shoots over New York Knicks' Wilson Chandler (21) as teammate T.J. Ford, center, looks on during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in New York ... Tyler Hansbrough scored 13 points in his pro debut to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 102-86 on Friday night. (FOX59, IN)
Magic rips Suns Nov 5, 2009
PACERS 101, KNICKS 89: At New York, T.J. Ford scored eight of his 16 points in the final 3:12, and the Indiana Pacers won for the first time this season, holding the Knicks without a field goal for the final nine-plus minutes. Dahntay Jones had 19 points and 12 rebounds for the Pacers (1-3), who came in as one of the NBA's three winless teams and had lost all three games by double digits. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Pacers: Fourth quarter run produces first win Nov 5, 2009
The Indiana Pacers just won it with defense. T.J. Ford scored eight of his 16 points in the final 3:12, and the Pacers won for the first time this season, holding the New York Knicks without a field goal for the final 9-plus minutes Wednesday night in a 101-89 victory. (FOX59, IN)
Soprano family values Nov 5, 2009
The Knicks were an offensive wreck in the fourth quarter of a 101-89 loss to the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden Wednesday night. Latest Sports News and Columns. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Anthony, Billups shine as Nuggets rout Pacers to remain unbeaten Nov 4, 2009
Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony puts up a shot against Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger during the first quarter of their game in Indianapolis. Anthony's 25 points helped lead the Nuggets to a 111-93 victory. (USA Today -- Sports)
Nuggets drill Pacers, stay unbeaten Nov 4, 2009
Anthony scored 25 points and Chauncey Billups added 24 as the Nuggets beat the Indiana Pacers 111-93 on Tuesday night to improve to 4-0. Nene had 16 points and 13 rebounds and reserve Arron Afflalo added points 15 for the Nuggets. (MSNBC -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: Nuggets 111, Pacers 93 Nov 4, 2009
Tuesday, November 3, 2009 Denver Nuggets - Indiana Pacers Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com. Search. (USA Today -- Sports)
Nuggets off to fast start Nov 4, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS - Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points and Chauncey Billups added 24 to help Denver beat the Indiana Pacers 111-93 on Tuesday night, lifting the Nuggets to their best start in 24 years. Anthony, who was averaging 38 points, shot just 6-for-17 from the field but made 11 of 14 free throws. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Releasing the hounds Nov 4, 2009
Thabeet and A.J. Price were taken with the No. 2 and 52 picks in the draft by the Memphis Grizzlies and the Indiana Pacers, respectively. In June, coach Jim Calhoun was hospitalized after he collapsed following a 50-mile charity bicycle ride during which he fell and broke five ribs. (The Daily Campus, CT)
IUPUI Basketball: Jaguars Defeat Anderson in Exhibition Opener Nov 3, 2009
Monday's game was the first of four scheduled contest inside the home of the NBA's Indiana Pacers. "It was just good to get out and break a sweat against a team in another jersey," IUPUI Head Coach Ron Hunter said. (FOX59, IN)
O'Neal's double-double leads Heat past Pacers Nov 1, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Jermaine O'Neal claims he's not angry with the Indiana Pacers for trading him before last season ... "Unfortunately, when some players leave a city they get booed, but when you think Indiana Pacers, you think Reggie Miller and Jermaine O'Neal," Wade said ... "This Indiana Pacers team is tough with the offense they run, with the movement they have. I'm glad we were able to jump out the way we did and withstand their run. I really saw a lot from my young team today.". (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
League preview: ACC Nov 1, 2009
Most of the key players who helped UNC win the national title last season now are in the NBA. Tyler Hansbrough, the ACC's leading career scorer, went to the Indiana Pacers with the 13th overall pick. Ty Lawson and Wayne Ellington were taken later in the first round, while Danny Green was picked in the second round. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Okafor lifts Hornets over Kings Oct 31, 2009
Joe Johnson added 17 points, six assists, and five rebounds for the Hawks, who kicked off their season with a 120-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday ... Indianapolis, IN (Sports Network) - Dwyane Wade finished with 32 points and Jermaine O'Neal recorded a double-double, as the Miami Heat took a 96-83 victory over the Indiana Pacers, a rare win at Conseco Fieldhouse. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Hawks handle Wizards Oct 31, 2009
Joe Johnson added 17 points, six assists, and five rebounds for the Hawks, who kicked off their season with a 120-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. "I wasn't thinking about it. I was just thinking about getting a win. Any individual accolades can wait," Smith said of his accomplishment. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Hawks Party Like a Ferrari! Oct 30, 2009
As all of you must know, the Hawks opened the regular season with a 120-109 home court victory over what looked to be, before tip-off, an inferior Indiana Pacers squad. After opening a lot of eyes in the preseason, by crossing the century mark 5 times, the Hawks cranked it up like the 1990-91 Denver Nuggets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Pacers: Offensive turnovers to blame in opening loss to Hawks, 120-109 Oct 29, 2009
Indiana Pacers lose 120-109 in Atlanta - IndySports ... ATLANTA, Georgia - Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Al Horford had 24 and the Atlanta Hawks finally played some defense in an offensive shootout, pulling away in the fourth quarter for a season-opening 120-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. (FOX59, IN)
Depth revealed (sort of)? Oct 29, 2009
Sure, the Hawks did what they had to do in dispatching the Indiana Pacers in their season opener. But I expected more, namely in minutes for the reserves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hawks welcome Pacers to Philips Arena Oct 29, 2009
(Sports Network) - A pair of Eastern Conference rivals kick off their seasons Wednesday when the Atlanta Hawks play host to the Indiana Pacers at Philips Arena. After missing the playoffs for eight consecutive seasons, the Hawks have blossomed into one of the better young teams in the NBA over the past two years. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Thomas says he has nothing to prove Oct 29, 2009
Before going to the Knicks as president of basketball operations in December 2003, Thomas coached the Indiana Pacers for three seasons. Asked what was toughest about winning over parents and persuading players to come to FIU to play for him, he said the issue of not knowing much about the unity and excitement of the school. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Lakers have plenty of star power Oct 28, 2009
He'll try to do it without losing his cool, which he has done in the past, most notably serving a 73-game suspension while with the Indiana Pacers in 2004-05 after igniting a brawl between players and fans at The Palace of Auburn Hills (Mich. . (Honolulu Advertiser)
Indiana Pacers: 2009-10 Season Preview Oct 28, 2009
Indiana Pacers 2009-10 NBA season preview - IndySports ... INDIANAPOLIS, Ind - The Indiana Pacers were nearly a playoff team a year ago, but injuries derailed the club. (FOX59, IN)
•Pacers aim to balance strengths, weaknesses Oct 27, 2009
Opponents won't necessarily get a nightly dose of the Indiana Pacers' top scorers. But they'll get a court-ful of the Pacers' best defenders. (The Daily Journal)
Eastern conference Oct 26, 2009
Indiana Pacers: They demonstrated no ability to play defense in the preseason and were foul- and turnover-prone. Getting Mike Dunleavy and rookie Tyler Hansbrough healthy will be a big help. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NBA Central Division Preview Oct 25, 2009
The Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, and Milwaukee Bucks will all look to improve on last year's performances as they do battle in the Central Division ... Indiana Pacers Season Preview. (Suite101.com)
Legend Bird battles Pacers losing ways Oct 25, 2009
This is Larry Legend, the guy who took Indiana State to the NCAA finals, who won three titles and three MVP awards with the Boston Celtics as a player, took the Indiana Pacers to the finals as a coach and even helped the WNBAs Indiana Fever reach the finals as team president this past season. He hasnt been so successful as the Pacers president. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chemistry experiment Oct 24, 2009
He was at the center of the Brawl at the Palace in 2004 and then demanded a trade after the Indiana Pacers supported him through his seasonlong suspension for fighting with fans. He embraced Sacramento for a short time before asking out of there. (Boston Globe)
Daniels out as Pacers' player personnel director Oct 24, 2009
Mel Daniels out as Indiana Pacers' director of player personnel - ESPN. Updated: October 23, 2009, 1:31 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Finals runner-up Magic get an extreme makeover for 2009-10 Oct 23, 2009
Vince Carter, left, is the biggest addition to the Magic for the 2009-10 season. Orlando, led by Dwight Howard, right, has underwent several changes following a 2008 campaign that ended with a 4-1 loss to the Lakers in the NBA Finals. (USA Today -- Sports)
Magic says Isiah questioned his sexuality Oct 23, 2009
Ex-Laker also says ex-Piston killed his own chances to play in '92 Olympics. Robert Kozloff / APMagic Johnson and Isiah Thomas greet each other before Game 1 of the NBA finals on June 16, 1988. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Magic shoot down Pacers Oct 22, 2009
Vince Carter scored 21 points and the Orlando Magic remained unbeaten in the preseason with a 117-87 win against the visiting Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. The Magic (7-0) play Atlanta on Friday night, hoping to finish off the first undefeated exhibition season in franchise history. (Florida Today)
Carter helps Magic remain unbeaten in preseason Oct 22, 2009
(AP) -Vince Carter scored 21 points and the Orlando Magic remained unbeaten in the preseason with a 117-87 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. The Magic (7-0) play Atlanta on Friday night, hoping to finish off the first undefeated exhibition season in franchise history. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Fight To The Finish John Biever/SIPaul Pierce and the Celtics added a key piece to their roster in the offseason, as did Kobe Bryant and the Lakers.The NBA regular season gets underway next week, and the usual suspects are favored to win it all. Ian Thomsen takes his best shot at predicting who will still be standing in June. Oct 22, 2009
Defense shouldlead Celtics over Lakers for NBA title - Ian Thomsen - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday October 21, 2009 1:46PM; Updated: Wednesday October 21, 2009 1:46PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Diminutive Penn confident he can direct Cowboys Oct 22, 2009
Nobody realistically expects Penn to come in and perform as well as Ford, who led Texas to a Final Four berth and now plays for the NBA's Indiana Pacers. But the Cowboys' chances of reaching the NCAA tournament could depend on whether Penn makes some kind of immediate impact. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wolves Acquire Project Jawai In Trade With Mavs Oct 21, 2009
The 6-foot-10 Jawai is a native of Australia who was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in the second round last year. He was subsequently sent to the Toronto Raptors as part of the Jermaine O'Neal trade, appearing in just six games. (KWTX.com, TX)
Hansbrough, Ackley, Averbuch To Receive UNC's Patterson Medals Oct 20, 2009
A first round draft pick by the Indiana Pacers, Hansbrough is 12th in NCAA history with 2,872 points. He is Carolina's leading scorer in NCAA Tournament play with 325 points, the fourth-highest total in NCAA history. (Tarheelblue.com)
Return Engagement? Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty ImagesKobe Bryant may see a lot more of Kevin Garnett and the Celtics this year than a pair of regular-season meetings.Injuries stopped the Celtics from rejoining the Lakers in the Finals. But this year the two appear headed to tangle for the title again, says a survey of NBA scouts, writes Ian Thomsen. Oct 20, 2009
Scouts like Lakers, Cavaliers, Celtics in 2009-2010 season - Ian Thomsen - SI.com. Posted: Monday October 19, 2009 2:19PM; Updated: Monday October 19, 2009 2:37PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Ex-LSU star, Paul lead Hornets past Pacers Oct 18, 2009
Thornton scored 19 points, fearlessly driving into the paint to create shots, and New Orleans beat the Indiana Pacers 108-96 in a preseason game Saturday night. "I'm not scared of anybody. They're either going to block it or put me to the ground," Thornton said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Stojakovic gets in gear as Hornets beat Pacers Oct 18, 2009
Inspired to give a better performance against the Indiana Pacers, Stojakovic finished with 16 points on 6-of-9 shooting to lead the Hornets to a 108-96 preseason victory in front of 13,018 at the New Orleans Arena that ended a two-game losing streak. It was the effort Coach Byron Scott wanted to see that indicated Stojakovic was gearing up for the regular season in his new role of coming off the bench. (Nola.com -- Sports)
October hoopla begins Oct 18, 2009
has a significantly different style than the four-time All-America Hansbrough, who is now a rookie with the Indiana Pacers. While Hansbrough's bull-in-a-china-shop mentality was just what the Tar Heels needed to control the lane after most of the 2005 national title team went pro, Henson's lean, long-armed agility may be just what the Tar Heels need on the wing this season in the wake of losing six scholarship players off last year's NCAA championship squad. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Flying Under the Radar: Travis Diener Oct 16, 2009
The Indiana Pacers have given Diener his chance and he isn't disappointing, averaging 7. 1 points and 3. (CollegeInsiders.com)
More of this story... Oct 16, 2009
Four of the strongest ABA teams (the New York Nets, Denver Nuggets, Indiana Pacers, and San Antonio Spurs) joined the NBA and survived. The other remaining ABA teams (such as the Kentucky Colonels, the Spirits of St. Louis, and the Virginia Squires) vanished, along with the ABA itself. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
•Pacers center Hibbert looks for fast start, tries to avoid frequent fouls Oct 14, 2009
"Basically, I'm trying to stay on the court and stay out of foul trouble," said Hibbert, referring to the single greatest source of frustration for himself and the Indiana Pacers during last year's rookie season. Factor out foul troubles and Hibbert's first season with the Pacers was an unqualified success. (The Daily Journal)
Diogu back on sideline after first scrimmage Oct 13, 2009
or Saturday against the Indiana Pacers at the New Orleans Arena. Diogu, 6 feet 9, 250 pounds, came to camp with a strained left knee that he said he injured while lifting weights this summer. (Nola.com -- Sports)
* NBA: Knicks mix team goals with expiring contracts Oct 11, 2009
3 million deal with the Indiana Pacers. The reason became clear: Wallace, a defensive anchor, had helped lead the Detroit Pistons to two straight finals. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Anthony leads Nuggets to 128-112 victory in China Games Oct 11, 2009
BEIJING, Oct. 11 (Xinhua) -- Carmelo Anthony scored 45 points to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 128-112 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Sunday's second meeting of the 2009 NBA China Games here. Anthony was 14-out-of-19 in the field and missed once in 17 free-throws in 24. (Xinhuanet, China)
* NBA: SEC appeals over dismissal of case against Mark Cuban Oct 10, 2009
Stern was speaking in Taipei ahead of the first ever NBA exhibition game in the country, in which the Indiana Pacers topped the Denver Nuggets 126-104. Theres some good possibility over the course of many years, that if theres appropriate arena development in Europe, there could be actual NBA franchises in Europe, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Daniels will provide help at the point for Celtics Oct 10, 2009
Even though Daniels NBA point guard experience is limited to his rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks and one season with the Indiana Pacers, he is eager for the opportunity. It s fun, said Daniels before facing the New York Knicks in a preseason game on Friday night at the TD Garden. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Stern envisions NBA expansion to Europe Oct 9, 2009
In Thursday's Taipei exhibition, the Denver Nuggets faced the Indiana Pacers. A capacity crowd of 13,000 is expected. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* Potent Pacers top Denver Nuggets in first NBA game Oct 9, 2009
Chris Andersen of the Denver Nuggets slams a dunk during an exhibition match against the Indiana Pacers at the Taipei Arena in Taipei yesterday evening ... The National Basketball League (NBA) left its mark in Taiwan last night with the Indiana Pacers topping the Denver Nuggets 126-104 at the Taipei Arena in the first-ever exhibition game played in the nation ... Chauncey Billups of the Denver Nuggets goes for a shot in the match against the Indiana Pacers at the Taipei Arena in Taipei yesterday... (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
MarkMontiethInside The NBA Two links to the NBA's past are still helping to shape its present. Oct 9, 2009
Leonard, 77, is the Indiana Pacers' radio analyst. McGuire, 83, is one of the New York Knicks' college scouts. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
* Sellout crowd to watch first NBA game in Taipei Oct 8, 2009
The Indiana Pacers Danny Granger signs a T-shirt for a fan in Taipei yesterday at an event organized by World Vision Taiwan in support of the victims of the Typhoon Morakot disaster ... The Indiana Pacers and the Denver Nuggets will face off in an exhibition match at 7:30pm, the first stop of their two-city roadshow that concludes with a match in Beijing on Sunday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* EDITORIAL: Cant we use Taiwan in Taiwan? Oct 8, 2009
With the Denver Nuggets and the Indiana Pacers in Taipei this week for exhibition games, preparations were under way at the Taipei Arena ahead of the first game today. But a banner on the side of the stadium to welcome the US National Basketball Association (NBA) teams was changed at the last minute to replace the word Taiwan with the word Taipei. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Football Friday Rewind - Week 7 Oct 6, 2009
0-6 Beats 6-0: We were glad to welcome former Fox 59 Sports Director Chris Denari to the Football Friday set last week, allowing him to talk about both the Indiana Fever and Indiana Pacers. At the end of the interview, he said, "Gotta mention Guerin Catholic who won their first game of the season tonight." While I believed him, I had to double-check the score when the show was over. (FOX59, IN)
* NBA players to coach 82 Morakot-affected children Oct 3, 2009
ONCE IN A LIFETIME: The Indiana Pacers, who will be in Taipei to play an exhibition game on Thursday, will hold a coaching session with Bruce Bowen on Wednesday STAFF WRITER, WITH CNA Saturday, Oct 03, 2009, Page 2 ... Retired San Antonio Spurs defensive star Bruce Bowen, Indiana Pacers star Danny Granger and his Pacers teammates will pass on their shooting, passing and dribbling skills to 82 World Vision-sponsored children, the charity organization said ... Taiwan will host its first ever NBA... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Brown a fan of versatile Graham Oct 3, 2009
Steve Graham is on his sixth NBA team, most recently with the Indiana Pacers ... Rookie Taj Gibson had 19 points and nine rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95 on Friday night in the second preseason game for the NBA's replacement officials. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bobcats glad to get former Shaw star Oct 3, 2009
"Brown tends to pair Murray and small forward Stevie Graham (an ex-Indiana Pacers) as the ready-to-wear bargains on this roster."I consider Steve and Flip huge upgrades without giving up anything [in trade]," Brown said. "At this late date, to come up with two guys who are going to play for us is huge. " or 704-358-5129 Share: Text tool name tool goes here Latest Comment Bobcats/NBA Top Stories Remember all that chatter over the summer about the Charlotte Bobcats needing Allen Iverson? Rookie... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Gibson leads Bulls to 104-95 win over Pacers Oct 3, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS -- Rookie Taj Gibson had 19 points and nine rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95 on Friday night in the second preseason game for the NBA's replacement officials ... Rookie Taj Gibson had 19 points and nine rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95 on Friday night in the second preseason game for the NBA's replacement officials ... Indiana Pacers forward Solomon Jones, right, gets his hand on the shot of Chicago Bulls forward John... (News & Observer -- Sports)
•Leadership you can hear: Pacers' Granger plans to speak up Sep 30, 2009
Behind the calm demeanor lurks a fierce competitor who isn't afraid to give teammates a fiery earful if that's what it takes to get the Indiana Pacers into the playoffs. At least that's what he says, albeit gently. (The Daily Journal)
Pacers extend O'Brien's contract Sep 26, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -The Indiana Pacers have signed coach Jim O'Brien through the 2010-11 season. O'Brien initially signed a three-year deal in 2007, with an option for a fourth year. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pacers extend coach O'Brien through 2010-11 Sep 26, 2009
Indiana Pacers extend coach Jim O'Brien's contract through 2010-11 - ESPN. Updated: September 25, 2009, 3:02 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Knicks bring back Robinson, Lee Sep 26, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Indiana Pacers announced Friday that they have exercised the one-year option on head coach Jim O'Brien's contract ... "I love Indianapolis and all of the fans in Indiana, and I remain committed to bringing a championship to the Indiana Pacers." O'Brien's coaching career includes four seasons at the helm for the Boston Celtics, posting a 139-119 record, with playoff appearances in 2002 and 2003. (ABC 7 News, DC)
