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Pacers coach Rick Carlisle ejected after overturned double dribble

It's not a Knicks playoff game without some fourth-quarter drama, especially involving the referees.

Brendan OSullivan

Pacers' Rick Carlisle, Tyrese Haliburton disagree on Game 2 calls

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle placed meaningful blame on the officiating for Wednesday's loss, while Tyrese Haliburton chalked it up to the Knicks outplaying them.

Anthony Pasciolla

Are Tyrese Haliburton’s scoring woes a concern for Pacers long term?

The Indiana Pacers may have a real problem on their hands with the scoring drop-off of Tyrese Haliburton in the NBA playoffs.

Anthony Pasciolla

What channel is Knicks vs. Pacers on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Knicks vs. Pacers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Zain Bando

Myles Turner's controversial moving screen leads Knicks to Game 1 win

Myles Turner was called for a controversial moving screen in the biggest moment of Game 1 against the Knicks.

Kyle Irving

Where to watch Knicks-Pacers Game 1

You can find out everything you need to know ahead of Game 1 between the Knicks and Pacers.

Zain Bando

Knicks vs. Pacers prediction: Can Indy handle New York's physicality?

TSN's Steph Noh breaks down everything to know for the Knicks and Pacers second-round series.

Stephen Noh

Tyrese Haliburton jabs back at Patrick Beverley with Damian Lillard tweet

Tyrese Haliburton waited until the Pacers vs. Bucks series was over to respond to Patrick Beverley's antics.

Kyle Irving

Why NBA Twitter wanted TNT to remove heckling Pacers fan

One Pacers fan took home-court advantage to another level during every Bucks' free throw attempt in Game 6.

Kyle Irving

What channel is Bucks vs. Pacers on today?

The Sporting News has you covered with all of the information that you need to know ahead of Game 6 between the Bucks and Pacers.

Sarah Effress

What channel is Bucks vs. Pacers on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Bucks vs. Pacers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Emily Dozier

What channel is Bucks vs. Pacers on today?

The Sporting News has you covered with all of the information that you need to know ahead of Game 4 between the Bucks and Pacers.

Sarah Effress

What channel is Knicks vs. 76ers on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Knicks vs. 76ers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Todd Karpovich

How long Bennedict Mathurin is out with shoulder injury

Here's everything you need to know about Bennedict Mathurin's shoulder injury.

Scott Rafferty

Pacers and Suns highlight top NBA playoff bets for Friday night

We pick our favorite moneyline, spread, and over/under bets for Friday's NBA playoff games, including the Pacers' alternate spread and a Suns moneyline pick that yields surprisingly-good value.

Sloan Piva

What channel is Bucks vs. Pacers on today?

The Sporting News has you covered with all of the information that you need to know ahead of Game 3 between the Bucks and Pacers.

Sarah Effress

Pacers' Pascal Siakam has been a matchup nightmare for Bucks

Pascal Siakam led the Pacers to a 125-108 win over the Bucks in Game 2 of their series. Doc Rivers and Co. are struggling to find an answer for the All-Star forward.

Daniel Olinger

Pacers' Pascal Siakam joins Wilt with historic start to NBA playoffs

Indiana Pacers star Pascal Siakam has opened the 2024 NBA playoffs with a stat line we haven't seen in 57 years. C Jackson Cowart details his incredible start against the Milwaukee Bucks.

C Jackson Cowart

Not even Tyrese Haliburton can explain his voice change

Tyrese Haliburton discussed the internet's fascination with his voice in an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show.

Scott Rafferty

This is why the Pacers traded for Pascal Siakam

SN's Steph Noh details why Pascal Siakam has been such a great fit for the Pacers.

Stephen Noh

Tyrese Haliburton says brother was called racial slur during Game 1

Haliburton revealed the incident during a news conference after Indiana's Game 2 win over Milwaukee.

Jacob Camenker

What channel is Bucks vs. Pacers on today?

The Sporting News has you covered with all of the information that you need to know ahead of Game 2 between the Bucks and Pacers.

Sarah Effress

Bucks vs. Pacers odds, picks and best bets for 2024 NBA Playoffs series

Our betting preview for the Bucks vs. Pacers first-round playoff matchup highlights the odds, gets you ready to make your picks, and points you in the right direction with bets ahead of the playoffs this weekend.

Sloan Piva

Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury puts the Bucks in a tough spot ahead of playoff series vs. Pacers

How Giannis' injury completely shifts the first round matchup between the Bucks and Pacers

Stephen Noh

Bucks vs. Pacers preview: The East's newest rivalry hits the playoff stage

Here is everything you need to know about this year's 3-vs-6 matchup in the East.

Gilbert McGregor

Bennedict Mathurin loses $25K Rising Stars bet to Paolo Banchero

Rising Stars MVP Bennedict Mathurin led his team to victory, but his prize money will apparently be rerouted to a member of a losing team.

Gilbert McGregor

Buddy Hield trade details: 76ers land sharpshooter from Pacers

The 76ers were looking for shooting and they found that in a deal with the Pacers for Buddy Hield.

Kyle Irving

What channel is Celtics vs. Pacers on tonight?

Here is everything you need to know about Celtics vs. Pacers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Grading early returns from Pascal Siakam's tenure with Pacers

While the partnership between Pascal Siakam and the Pacers is only just beginning, we've seen enough to check in on his progress in the blue and gold.

Gilbert McGregor

How much time will Tyrese Haliburton miss with hamstring injury?

Here is what we know after Tyrese Haliburton's scary fall against the Celtics.

Gilbert McGregor

When you can expect Pascal Siakam to make his Pacers debut

Here is when you can expect Pascal Siakam to make his debut in a Pacers uniform.

Gilbert McGregor

Pascal Siakam trade grades: Pacers add star, Raptors focus on future

The Raptors have traded Pascal Siakam to the Pacers. Here are grades for all teams involved.

Stephen Noh

Pascal Siakam and the Pacers are a perfect match

Here's why the Pacers are making the right decision to trade for Pascal Siakam.

Stephen Noh

Tracking the latest trade rumors involving Pascal Siakam

Here is the latest on Pascal Siakam, his future and the teams he has been linked to.

Gilbert McGregor

Biggest questions facing Pacers following Tyrese Haliburton's injury

At the earliest, Tyrese Haliburton will return two weeks before the trade deadline and three weeks before the NBA pauses for All-Star Weekend. With this in mind, a few questions arise from his injury.

Gilbert McGregor

Latest injury updates on Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton

The Pacers saw a nightmarish scene unfold on Monday night when Tyrese Haliburton had to be carried off the court against the Celtics.

Dan Treacy

Why Giannis went after Pacers coach who stole game ball

The scuffle was a minor, petty one but here's why there was so much drama at the end of the Bucks' win over the Pacers on Wednesday.

Jacob Camenker

What channel is Lakers vs. Pacers on today? Time, TV schedule for NBA In-Season Tournament Finals

The Lakers and Pacers battle for the inaugural NBA Cup on Saturday night. Will LeBron James add to his legacy or will Tyrese Haliburton continue to open eyes on one of the league's biggest stages?

Carlan Gay

Key Tyrese Haliburton stats in breakout 2023-24 season

Haliburton has taken the NBA world by force in 2023-24. Here's a few key numbers to know that are crucial to his breakout.

Edward Sutelan

Why 11 teams passed on Tyrese Haliburton in the 2020 NBA Draft

Tyrese Haliburton has taken the NBA by storm with a breakout season. His explosion into an MVP candidate has people wondering how he slipped to No. 12 in the 2020 NBA Draft.

Kyle Irving

Tyrese Haliburton shines, Pacers punch ticket to In-Season Tournament Final

The Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from Thursday's In-Season Tournament semifinal between Milwaukee and Indiana.

Gilbert McGregor

Tyrese Haliburton uses 'Dame Time' celebration as Pacers eliminate Bucks

If you check your clocks, you might notice that clutch time is now Tyrese Time.

Gilbert McGregor

What channel is Bucks vs. Pacers on today? Time, TV schedule for NBA In-Season Tournament semis

Here is everything you need to know about Bucks vs. Pacers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

The shot that has Tyrese Haliburton looking like a superstar

Tyrese Haliburton isn't just a good pull-up 3-point shooter. He's an elite one.

Scott Rafferty

Tyrese Haliburton shines with first-career triple-double to knock out Celtics from IST

In the first-ever In-Season Tournament knockout game, Tyrese Haliburton proved why he is one of the most exciting young stars in the NBA. The Pacers floor general recorded his first-career triple-double to bounce the Celtics and advance to Las Vegas.

Kyle Irving

What channel is Celtics vs. Pacers on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Celtics vs. Pacers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

By the numbers: Pacers, Hawks engage in historic high-scoring affair

While the books are aware of the Pacers' penchant for high-scoring affairs, not even Vegas could come close to predicting what transpired in Atlanta on Tuesday night.

Gilbert McGregor

Marcus Bingham Jr. winds up in the middle of another Mavericks officiating mess

Mark Cuban can't be happy that this keeps happening with the Mavericks.

Kevin Skiver

Tyrese Haliburton signs $260 million contract extension with Pacers

Haliburton has committed his future to Indiana.

Sam Jarden

Pacers draft picks 2023: Who did Indiana pick?

The Pacers selected four players in the 2023 NBA Draft, adding some exciting new names to their young roster.

Joseph Corr

Wizards land Bilal Coulibaly in draft-day swap

The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know about the draft day swap.

Gilbert McGregor

Will Luka Doncic's 16th technical foul be upheld?

The Sporting News has you covered with the latest information for Mavericks vs. Pacers.

Scott Rafferty

Pacers vs. Raptors odds, picks, predictions, props

We break down Wednesday night's Pacers-Raptors matchup, providing our best bet and favorite player prop bet for this midweek contest.

Jovan Alford

Haliburton trolls Beverley after burying game-winner vs. Bulls

Tyrese Haliburton and Patrick Beverley continued their back-and-forth Sunday night following the Pacers' guards heroics at United Center.

Benyam Kidane

NBA investigates gun threat allegations towards Pacers by acquaintances of Grizzlies star Ja Morant

The Grizzlies find themselves at the center of another controversy involving spectators and players.

Gilbert McGregor

What is Pacers owner Herb Simon's net worth?

Here's everything you need to know about Herb Simon, billionaire businessman and longtime owner of Indiana's only NBA franchise.

Sam Jarden

The latest updates from Tyrese Haliburton's knee injury

Tyrese Haliburton left the arena on crutches after the Pacers' loss to the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Jan. 11.

Kyle Irving

Tyrese Haliburton vs. Wally Szczerbiak beef, explained

Here's everything you need to know about the beef nobody saw coming.

Scott Rafferty

Who are potential first-time NBA All-Stars in 2023?

The talent pool is growing rapidly in the NBA but there are still only 24 roster spots on the All-Star team. Which young players on the rise could make their first All-Star appearance this season?

Kyle Irving

LaMelo Ball's return from ankle injury is on the horizon

LaMelo Ball reinjured the same ankle that kept him sidelined for the first 13 games of the season. Here's what we know about Ball's injury so far.

Benyam Kidane

Why both Kings and Pacers won Haliburton-for-Sabonis trade

Powered by strong performances from Haliburton and Sabonis, the Pacers and Kings find themselves ahead of a few marquee franchises in the early-season standings.

Jordan Greer

Who is to blame for the Lakers' latest collapse?

Despite leading by as much as 17 points in the fourth, Los Angeles fell to Indiana by a final score of 116-115.

Scott Rafferty

The case for and against the Lakers trading for Hield & Turner

Are the Pacers still willing to part ways with their duo? As the season rolls on, here's why the Lakers should — and shouldn't — trade Westbrook for Hield and Turner.

Benyam Kidane

Paolo Banchero, Bennedict Mathurin headline early two-man ROY race

While Banchero will miss the second of two back-to-back meetings between Orlando and Indiana, the meeting of the two best rookies' respective teams is the perfect time to take stock of the current odds to win Rookie of the Year for the 2022-23 season.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Rookie Ladder: Banchero, Mathurin emerge as early leaders

Through the first 10-plus games of the 2022 rookie class, Paolo Banchero and Bennedict Mathurin look head and shoulders above their competition.

Kyle Irving

Fans sitting courtside at Nets game wear 'Fight Antisemitism' shirts amid Kyrie Irving backlash

A group of people at the Nets-Pacers game sat courtside wearing shirts that read "Fight Antisemitism" as Kyrie Irving continues to face backlash from his promotion of an antisemitic documentary.

Edward Sutelan

Myles Turner thinks he would be a great fit with Lakers

Myles Turner addressed the ongoing rumors that he'll one day end up in Lakers purple and gold.

Carlan Gay

How to watch Nets vs. Pacers today

The Nets will look to right the ship on Monday when they host the Pacers for the second time in three days.

Gilbert McGregor

Montreal's Bennedict Mathurin is ready to make a mark in Year 1

Mathurin has been tabbed to help usher in a new era of basketball in Indiana and the franchise couldn't have picked a better person for the job.

Gilbert McGregor

Why does nobody want to trade for Myles Turner?

How good is Turner if nobody has pulled the trigger on a trade for him?

Stephen Noh

Why trade talks between Lakers, Pacers are currently on hold

The Pacers reportedly want the Lakers to add another first-round pick to their trade package.

Edward Sutelan

Deandre Ayton contract details: Suns match Pacers' max offer sheet

The Suns have elected to match the Pacers' max offer sheet for former No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton.

Jordan Greer

How Pacers' interest in Ayton impacts Suns, potential KD deal

The 23-year-old restricted free agent, who has averaged 16.3 points and 10.5 rebounds per game across four seasons in Phoenix, could soon be on his way to a new team.

Jordan Greer

G League Ignite prospect could turn heads at Summer League

Here's why you should keep an eye on Fanbo Zeng ahead of the 2022-23 season.

Gilbert McGregor

Which rebuilding team has the best young core?

As rosters begin to shape out for next season, which franchise has the best young core for the future?

Kyle Irving

Celtics make big move in trading for Brogdon

The Celtics were said to be looking to land a "true playmaking point guard." They got that in Malcolm Brogdon.

Scott Rafferty

Pacers' Mathurin makes bold confident claim about LeBron

Pacers rookie Bennedict Mathurin is certainly not lacking in confidence.

Gilbert McGregor

Who are the top 10 forwards in the 2022 NBA Draft?

The 2022 NBA Draft class is deep with forwards and wings who are ready to make an impact at the next level.

Kyle Irving

Who are the top 10 guards in the 2022 NBA Draft?

The 2022 NBA Draft has more than a handful of guards worth knowing ahead of draft night.

Kyle Irving

Why was Raptors vs. Pacers suspended? Scotiabank Arena evacuated due to electrical fire

With 4:05 remaining in the first half of a game between the Raptors and Pacers, Scotiabank Arena was evacuated due to an electrical fire, resulting in a suspension of play.

Gilbert McGregor

Tyrese Haliburton's Pacers debut gives us a look into the future of the franchise

When the Pacers traded All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis to the Kings for young star Tyrese Haliburton, the franchise made it clear the second-year guard would become an immediate cornerstone for the future.

Kyle Irving

Trade grades: Sabonis for Haliburton, Hield

The trade rumblings in both Indiana and Sacramento finally resulted in an actual move as the Pacers sent All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis to the Kings in exchange for Tyrese Haliburton and Buddy Hield. Who won the trade?

Stephen Noh

Domantas Sabonis trade details: Pacers send All-Star to Kings for Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield

The Pacers have reportedly traded their All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis to the Kings for a pair of guards in Tyrese Haliburton and Buddy Hield.

Carlan Gay

Cavaliers, Pacers NBA trade details: Caris LeVert dealt to Cleveland

According to a report from ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Cavaliers will receive Caris LeVert from the Pacers in exchange for Ricky Rubio and draft picks.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Trade Rumors: Biggest buyers and sellers at the 2022 Trade Deadline

A number of teams can be active at the 2022 trade deadline, with the NBA's buyers and sellers emerging as those most likely to make a move.

Gilbert McGregor

Record-watch: Hornets pour 158 pts on Pacers

Having won the previous three games by just a combined 12 points, Charlotte blew Wednesday's night wide-open with an offensive night for the record books.

Yash Matange

Phoenix Suns depth at center could push them to a championship

Unlike last year's run to the NBA Finals where Phoenix relied heavily on center DeAndre Ayton, this year, the Suns know that if something were to happen to him, they're well covered at the center position given the play of JaVale McGee and Bismack Biyombo.

Nick Metallinos

Curry regains form but Pacers stun Warriors in OT

Curry erupted for a season-high 39 points, his first 30-point game since Christmas Day, but it wasn't enough as the depleted Pacers stunned the Warriors in overtime and handed Golden State their seventh loss in the last 12 games.

Yash Matange

NBA trade rumors: Pacers' Myles Turner, Pistons' Jerami Grant among top deadline targets for contenders

With each passing day, trade rumors continue to intensify and there are a handful of teams in a position to acquire a player that can escalate them to another tier.

Gilbert McGregor

Will Domantas Sabonis be the best player traded this season?

A two-time All-Star, Domantas Sabonis could be one of the best players available at this season's trade deadline.

Scott Rafferty

10 players most likely to be traded this season

From Ben Simmons to Jerami Grant, here are the 10 players most likely to be traded between now and the Feb. 10 trade deadline.

Scott Rafferty

Sabonis erupts for super-efficient career-high 42 PTS

Sabonis showed early signs of a big game, scoring 17 of his 42 in the first quarter alone on a perfect 7-of-7 shooting from the field. His career-game played a huge role in the Pacers overcoming the Jazz at home 125-113.

Yash Matange

Who had the better heat check, Oubre or Lance?

Charlotte's Kelly Oubre Jr. and Indiana's Lance Stephenson both caught fire off the bench with some streaky shooting. But who did it best?

Benyam Kidane

How did Kyrie perform in season debut?

Irving returned from a prolonged absence from the Brooklyn Nets in the team's game against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night, finishing with 22 points in a comeback victory in Indiana.

Nick Metallinos

All-Star Moment of the Night: DeRozan's one-legged buzzer-beating 3-pointer

DeMar DeRozan buried a one-legged, running 3-pointer with a hand in his face to win the game for the Bulls at the buzzer.

Kyle Irving

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo enters NBA's COVID-19 protocols

The Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo has entered the league's health and safety protocols and will not play against the Pacers on Wednesday night.

Nick Metallinos

Warriors' Stephen Curry almost breaks 3-point record vs. Pacers, now one shy of Ray Allen

Stephen Curry finished with five 3-point makes against Indiana as the Warriors now head to Madison Square Garden. Curry is one short of tying Ray Allen as record watch continues.

Kane Pitman

LBJ gets couple ejected in Indiana

As he rallied the Lakers late, he started to hear it quite a bit from the Pacers faithful at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, and midway through overtime, LeBron James had heard enough.

Yash Matange

What time is Lakers vs. Pacers tonight? Time, TV schedule, streaming for 2021 NBA Wednesday game

The Lakers conclude a five-game road trip on Wednesday as they pay a visit to the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Gilbert McGregor

Myles Turner and Rudy Gobert scuffle: Multiple players ejected in altercation at Jazz-Pacers game

Days after the dual ejection of Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris in Denver, the NBA witnessed another one. This one, not far from the altitudes of Ball Arena, occurred in Salt Lake City in a game between the Utah Jazz and the Indiana Pacers.

Yash Matange

League Pass primer for Thursday

There's only one game on NBA League Pass Thursday but it features four players that appeared in the 2021 All-Star Game.

Gilbert McGregor

Durant avoids ejection after throwing ball into crowd

"I can't do that. I could have cost my team the game," Durant said.

Jordan Greer

LaMelo hears 'MVP' chants as Hornets stun Pacers

LaMelo Ball put on a show in the Charlotte Hornets season opener, pouring in 31 points to lead a stunning comeback win over the Indiana Pacers. Hornets fans showered Ball with 'MVP' chants, as the franchise tipped off 2021-22 with a big win.

Kane Pitman

2021-22 NBA season preview: Central Division

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the defending champion Bucks are the favorites, but the Central Division is on the rise, with Rick Carlisle taking over for the Pacers, the Bulls adding Lonzo Ball and DeMar DeRozan and the Pistons landing top pick Cade Cunningham.

Gilbert McGregor

Ranking the new NBA head coaching hires

Which NBA franchise made the best coaching hire this past offseason?

Jordan Greer

NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

'Untold: Malice at the Palace': Release date, trailer for Netflix documentary on Pacers-Pistons brawl

Here's everything you need to know about "Untold: Malice at the Palace," including the release date for the new Netflix documentary.

Jordan Greer

Report: Sixers turned down Brodgon, first-rounder for Simmons

The Sixers reportedly don't want to trade Ben Simmons unless it's "for an All-Star caliber player."

Jacob Camenker

That didn't take long: Rick Carlisle back with Pacers

Rick Carlisle is back in Indiana with his third stint with the organization. There are a few reasons he believes in the team now.

Joe Rivera

Why the Pacers fired coach Nate Bjorkgren after just one season

Nate Bjorkgren lasted just one year with the Pacers. Here's why Indiana elected to move on from him after less than a year with the team.

Jacob Camenker

Wizards dominate Pacers, earn final spot in East playoff bracket

Sporting News provided live scoring updates and highlights from Pacers vs. Wizards on Thursday. Check out all of the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

What channel is Pacers vs. Wizards on today? TV schedule, start time for NBA play-in tournament

Here is everything you need to know to watch Pacers vs. Wizards, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Thursday's game.

Jordan Greer

Charles Barkley guaranteed Hornets would win play-in game, so of course Pacers crushed them

Charles Barkley is off to a rough start with his postseason predictions.

Jordan Greer

Pacers have an absurdly long injury report heading into play-in tournament game vs. Hornets

The Pacers are going to be without at least four players against the Hornets in the NBA play-in tournament, and the list could grow to as many as eight. Will Domantas Sabonis and Malcolm Brogdon play?

Jacob Camenker

What channel is Hornets vs. Pacers on today? TV schedule, start time for NBA play-in tournament

Here is everything you need to know to watch Hornets vs. Pacers, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Tuesday's game.

Jordan Greer

Donovan Mitchell injury update: Jazz star expected to miss several games game with right ankle sprain

Mitchell came into Friday's contest on a scoring tear, averaging 36.8 points in his last five games.

Jordan Greer

T.J. McConnell's triple-double: Just how crazy was it?

The Pacers backup guard did something no other NBA player had done, officially, in 48 years.

Tom Gatto

How Pacers' Myles Turner took an angry fan's Venmo request and turned it into a Texas fundraiser

Turner is known for his monster rejections at the rim, but now the Pacers center is giving a big assist to those in need.

Jordan Greer

Caris LeVert injury update: Pacers guard expected to make full recovery after cancer surgery on kidney

The trade that sent LeVert to the Pacers may have saved his life.

Jordan Greer

Handing out grades for the blockbuster James Harden trade

What does this deal mean for the Cavaliers, Nets, Pacers and Rockets? Here is a breakdown of blockbuster trade.

Jordan Greer

NBA players react to James Harden's blockbuster trade to Nets: 'Spicy'

Just another day in the Association.

Joe Rivera

Rockets analyst Calvin Murphy caught on hot mic criticizing James Harden before cut to commercial

Murphy unintentionally told everyone how he really felt after Houston's 114-107 loss to Indiana on Wednesday night.

Jordan Greer

Pacers' Victor Oladipo denies wanting out of Indiana, says he is focused on 'here and now'

Victor Oladipo shot down rumors of a trade as he prepares for the 2020-21 season with the Pacers.

Sacha Pisani

Who is Nate Bjorkgren? Three things to know about the Pacers' new head coach

Even for diehard NBA fans, Bjorkgren is probably not a familiar name. Here's what you need to know about him.

Jordan Greer

NBA playoff schedule 2020: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2020 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.

Jordan Greer

NBA playoff bracket 2020: Updated TV schedule, scores, results for Round 1 in the bubble

Here's the complete bracket for the 2020 NBA playoffs, including start times, TV channels and scores for every game.

Jordan Greer

Pacers eyeing Mike D’Antoni as replacement coach after firing Nate McMillan

After the Miami Heat swept the Pacers in the first round of the playoffs, Indiana have parted company with coach Nate McMillan.

Omnisport

LeBron on surpassing MJ, Duncan: 'Surreal'

LeBron James moved ahead of MJ and the Big Fundamental as he erupted against Portland.

Sacha Pisani

NBA playoff predictions 2020: Why the Lakers are unlikely to win NBA Finals, according to one model

Here's what happens when Stats Perform simulates the 2020 NBA playoffs. And it is good news for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Ben Spratt

Looking back on the trade that gave T.J. Warren to Pacers

Warren has been fueled by the deal that landed him in Indiana.

Dan Bernstein

Who is T.J. Warren and why is he destroying your NBA team?

Warren has been a force in the NBA's Orlando restart.

Dan Bernstein

Fans react to Pacers' T.J. Warren engaging superhero mode in NBA bubble

Warren has delivered three straight excellent performances in Orlando.

Dan Bernstein

Embiid on heated exchange: 'It's basketball'

The teammates got into a shouting match after the first quarter of their game against Indiana.

Dan Bernstein

NBA games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 season restart on Saturday, Aug. 1

Here is a complete TV schedule to watch NBA games on Saturday, Aug. 1 during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for the national broadcasts on ESPN.

Tadd Haislop

NBA returns: STATS preview

Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.

Sacha Pisani

Oladipo may play in NBA restart

Victor Oladipo is mulling a U-turn on his decision to sit out the remainder of the season. He says his workouts with teammates have given him a reason to rethink it.

Matt Becker

Pacers' Victor Oladipo opts out of NBA restart

When the NBA restarts, Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo will not be taking part.

Matt Kelley

Brogdon confirms positive test

Malcolm Brogdon revealed he is "progressing well" as he self-isolates after testing positive for coronavirus.

Matt Becker

Pacers' Malcolm Brogdon tests positive for coronavirus but plans to 'join teammates'

Malcolm Brogdon revealed he is "progressing well" as he self-isolates after testing positive for coronavirus.

Stats Perform News

Pacers star Victor Oladipo: Modern resources can create racial progress 'no one has ever seen before'

“This is just the beginning. At the end of the day, it takes time to do anything powerful.”

Mike DeCourcy

'The Last Dance': Screaming Pacers lady is the next viral meme to come from Bulls doc

Is there anyone who stood out more in Episode 9 than the screaming Pacers fan?

Zac Al-Khateeb

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.

Tom Gatto

Domantas Sabonis gets heated at his virtual self in 'NBA 2K' Players Tournament

Things started poorly for the Pacers big man against Montrezl Harrell.

Dan Bernstein

Which East, West players should earn All-Star reserve spots?

There are only seven All-Star spots left in each conference. It's time to fill out the rest of the rosters.

Jordan Greer

Jimmy Butler blows kisses to T.J. Warren, who flips him off in response

Warren was ejected in the third quarter for his role in a back-and-forth with Butler.

Dan Bernstein

Justin, Jrue and Aaron Holiday make history

New Orleans Pelicans star Jrue Holiday and Indiana Pacers teammates Justin and Aaron Holiday shared a court in New Orleans.

Sacha Pisani

Pacers assistant coach isn't shy about sharing 'hate' for 76ers, Joel Embiid

Circle Dec. 31 on your calendars. The Pacers-76ers game just got a lot more interesting.

Jordan Greer

Harden drops 59 vs. Wizards

James Harden outdueled Bradley Beal (46 points) in a 159-158 win over the Wizards.

Thomas Lott

Turner listed as week-to-week

The 23-year-old went down with a non-contact injury to his ankle in the first quarter of Wednesday's game.

Drew Nantais

Westbrook passes Magic

Russell Westbrook is back to his old ways in a new location.

Thomas Lott

Griffin targeting November debut

The six-time All-Star averaged 24.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 5.4 assists last year while shooting 36.2% from beyond the arc.

Ameer Tyree

Pacers re-sign Domantas Sabonis

There had been some talk the past year about whether he fit on the Pacers roster — and payroll — with fellow 6-11 star Myles Turner.

Arthur Weinstein

Pistons waiving Joe Johnson

Johnson has career averages of 16.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game.

Ameer Tyree

Sabonis addresses trade rumors

The Athletic reported Friday that the Pacers have engaged in talks with multiple teams for Domantas Sabonis.

Thomas Lott

Several teams interested in Sabonis

Domantas Sabonis has yet to sign a new deal with the Pacers and several teams are hoping to take advantage.

Thomas Lott

Eastern Conference tiers: 76ers, Bucks on collision course after wild NBA offseason

From top to bottom, the Eastern Conference doesn’t measure up to the West. But the top of the conference, especially the contenders in Philadelphia and Milwaukee, shouldn't be dismissed.

Joe Morgan

No timetable for Oladipo's return

"Let's be real, I am human," Olapido said. "It hasn't been easy. There have been tough days."

Alexis Mansanarez

Is Pacers star Victor Oladipo hiding as thingamajig on 'The Masked Singer'? The clues are obvious

There is plenty of evidence to suggest Victor Oladipo is the thingamajig on "The Masked Singer."

Jordan Greer

Oladipo in great mental shape

"He's not playing live but he's moving. He's in a good position mentally," McMillan told the Indianapolis Star.

Ameer Tyree

Oladipo: Pacers could be 'special'

"I feel like we got some great additions,” Oladipo said. “We got a chance to be really special."

E.Jay Zarett

Teams inquired about Myles Turner

Indiana received inquiries about a potential deal for the 23-year-old forward before and after the draft, according to SNY.

E.Jay Zarett

Pacers get deal with Justin Holiday

Holiday, who started 77 games last season and averaged 10.5 points per game, joins brother Aaron in Indiana.

Arthur Weinstein

Pacers add Brogdon, Lamb

The Pacers sent a first-round and a pair of second-round picks to the Bucks for Brogdon, according to ESPN.

E.Jay Zarett

Collison announces retirement

Darren Collison played for five teams over a 10-year career.

Thomas Lott

Oladipo could be out until 2020

Oladipo suffered a season-ending injury in late January as he ruptured his right quad tendon.

Alexis Mansanarez

Pacers acquire Suns' T.J. Warren

TJ Warren was the 14th pick in the 2014 draft out of NC State.

Thomas Lott

Three teams interested in Holiday

The Suns, Timberwolves and Bulls are all interested in dealing for the 22-year-old guard, according to a report from the Indianapolis Star.

E.Jay Zarett

Three teams could target Conley

Conley is expected to be a trade candidate again this summer as the Grizzlies look to rebuild around their young talent.

Chelsea Howard

NBA playoffs today 2019: Live scores, TV schedule, updates

Follow Sporting News' hub for the 2019 NBA playoffs, including live updates, scores and a full TV schedule for every playoff game, every night.

Jordan Greer

IND to be aggressive in free agency

"We'll go after 'em," Pacers GM Kevin Pritchard said. "We'll make the pitches. We're not afraid. We're willing to think big.”

E.Jay Zarett

Pacers offseason preview: Free agency could shake up Indiana's roster

The Pacers have difficult decisions ahead, but if they fill the roles around star guard Victor Oladipo wisely, they can be a 50-win team next season.

Sean Deveney

Celtics sweep Pacers to advance

Boston will likely play the Bucks, who are one game away from sweeping the Pistons, in the second round.

Ameer Tyree

McMillan says Pacers could change

A few notable Pacers free agents include Bojan Bogdanovic, Darren Collison, Tyreke Evans, Cory Joseph, Wesley Matthews and Thaddeus Young.

Ameer Tyree

Hayward, Stevens on Celtics' sweep

Hayward came off the bench and tallied a team-high 20 points in Boston’s 110-106 win over the Pacers.

E.Jay Zarett

Celtics advance to semifinals

A 110-106 win over Indiana in Game 4 gave Boston its first playoff sweep since 2011.

Chelsea Howard

Kyrie: Celtics have come a long way

Boston is one win from a sweep against the Pacers, and Kyrie Irving likes what he has seen from his team.

Chris Myson

Raptors just hold off Magic surge

Both teams were careless with the ball, but the Magic evaporated Toronto's lead down the stretch.

Ameer Tyree

Why was Kyrie carrying an atlas?

Irving was seen boarding the team's plane to Indiana on Thursday carrying a copy of "National Geographic’s Family Reference Atlas."

Kirstie Chiappelli

Kyrie Irving, Celtics have Pacers staring at unsolvable clutch-time problem

No matter how much the Pacers improve at home, that fourth quarter will be lingering. That’s where the Celtics can control this series, and the Pacers just don’t seem to have the manpower to address that.

Sean Deveney

Kyrie Irving happy to make his mark

Having been made to wait for his playoff debut with the Celtics, Kyrie Irving is enjoying the series against the Pacers.

Ben Spratt

Celtics rally for win over Pacers

Boston came away with a 99-91 win over Indiana on Wednesday at the TD Garden to go up 2-0 in their first-round series.

E.Jay Zarett

Raptors get big win over Magic

Second-seeded Toronto improved considerably, and Kawhi Leonard was simply unstoppable against Orlando.

Ameer Tyree

NBA playoffs 2019: Early East upsets only heighten free-agency anxiety

Early East upsets were good reminders of how much is at stake in the NBA playoffs: not only the chance to win a championship, but also millions of dollars for a few key players.

Sean Deveney

NBA wrap: April 14

The Celtics topped the Pacers 84-74 in Boston and kicked off their first-round playoff series strong.

Ameer Tyree

NBA playoffs bracket 2019: Eastern Conference first-round series picks, predictions, breakdowns

Sporting News' Sean Deveney breaks down each Eastern Conference first-round series and offers his playoff picks.

Sean Deveney

Eastern Conference previews

The conference is loaded with talent and four teams have a legitimate chance to play for the title.

E.Jay Zarett

Celtics vs. Pacers: Predictions, picks for 2019 NBA playoffs first-round series

Everything you need to know about the Celtics and Pacers before their first-round series in the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Sean Deveney

NBA playoffs: EC by the numbers

The East is wide open as the Bucks, Raptors, 76ers and Celtics all have a legitimate chance to compete for a ring.

E.Jay Zarett

NBA wrap: April 10

Detroit jumped out to an early lead and pulled away for an easy 115-89 victory over the Knicks on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

NBA Coach of the Year race: The cases for four of the league's top coaches

A few candidates have a case for Coach of the Year this season, but we’ve whittled it down to a final four. Let’s take a look at the argument for each NBA coach winning the award.

Joe Morgan

Pacers vs. Bucks: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Pacers and Bucks, the top two teams in the Central Division, will face off Thursday night (8 p.m. ET, TNT).

Alyssa Sconzo

Pawnee and the Pacers: How Detlef Schrempf and Roy Hibbert made cameos on ‘Parks and Recreation’

"Parks and Recreation" featured several cameos by NBA players, including two memorable performances by former Pacers Detlef Schrempf and Roy Hibbert.

Drew Nantais

The NBA has a bat problem, and only Manu Ginobili can save us

NBA trade rumors aren't the only thing driving fans batty anymore. For the third time in two weeks, bats have interrupted a game.

Thomas Schlarp

NBA players react on social media to Victor Oladipo's knee injury

LeBron James, Paul George and others around the league sent their well wishes to the Pacers guard after he was injured Wednesday night.

Drew Nantais

76ers vs. Pacers: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

Two of the top four teams in the Eastern Conference will be on display Thursday when the 76ers travel to Indianapolis to play the Pacers.

Jacob Janower

NBA Power Rankings: Bucks ride defense to top; Pelicans hurt by lack of depth

The Bucks and Nuggets are the leaders in their respective conferences, and they also land at the top of our latest NBA Power Rankings.

Sean Deveney

NBA trade deadline targets: 12 players who could be on the move

While there isn't a franchise-changing star like Jimmy Butler available, plenty of role players could be on the move ahead of the Feb. 7 trade deadline.

Jordan Greer

NBA awards predictions 2018-19: Surprise MVP pick emerges from crowd of stars

Our NBA awards predictions do have some predictable choices, but we do foresee some surprises. Here’s how things could shape up at awards time.

Sean Deveney

Sporting News' NBA Top 100: Ranking basketball's best players (80-100)

As we head into the beginning of the 2018-19 NBA season, we're rolling out our Top 100 players. Here's how it looks from 80-100.

Sean Deveney

Sporting News' NBA Top 100: Ranking basketball's best players (60-79)

As we head into the beginning of the 2018-19 NBA season, we're rolling out our Top 100 players. Here's how it looks from 60-79.

Sean Deveney

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