Author Archives: Scott Agness

Sabonis records double-double in Rising Stars Challenge victory

Pacers center Domantas Sabonis posted a double-double in helping Team World to a second consecutive victory over Team U.S. in the 24th annual Rising Stars Challenge, 155-124.

The game was played at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Sabonis, representing the Pacers and Lithuania (he was born in Portland), finished with 13 points, 11 rebounds, and three assists in 19 minutes off the bench. He …

NBA Official Tyler Ford working All-Star Weekend 2018 in Los Angeles

With all eyes on Los Angeles this weekend for All-Star weekend, there will be another local Indiana connection to keep an eye out for. He’s not playing or coaching in any of the events, but he will be a participant.

Tyler Ford (No. 39) is one of three game officials for the Rising Stars Challenge and then All-Star Saturday night events: the Skills Challenge, Three-Point …

Pacers’ make-up game in New Orleans rescheduled to March 21

One week after a leak in the roof at the Smoothie King Center, home of the New Orleans Pelicans, caused the NBA to postpone the Pacers game, a make-up date has been set.

The Pacers will make another trip down to New Orleans and face the Pelicans on Wednesday, March 21 at 8:00 pm ET. And so, the matchup will ultimately be played six weeks …

VIDEO: Myles Turner on the support from Turner’s Block: ‘It’s huge for us’

Before Sunday’s Pacers game against the New York Knicks, Turner’s Block was treated to a visit from its leader, Myles Turner. The group sat in section 17 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse and was able to watch the teams go through pre-game warm ups.

During Turner’s short visit with his fan section, he thanked them numerous times and made clear that they impact the game and …

Pacers Last Week: Feb. 12 — Collison has surgery, franchise value up 34 percent, leaky roof

A lot happens each week with the Pacers and it’s not easy to stay on top of it. Pacers Last Week keeps updated on everything going on with the franchise.

Starting point guard Darren Collison underwent successful arthroscopic left knee surgery on Tuesday, Feb. 6. The procedure was performed at OrthoIndy Hospital and he is expected back in two to three weeks. Former Pacer Josh…

Players urged Pacers front office to let the same group finish out the season

The Pacers’ front office, now directed by Kevin Pritchard, believes little things can have a profound impact on the results. Beyond talent and energy level, there’s body language, support for one another, and how they take criticism.

One specific area Pritchard and his front office are constantly evaluating is the bench. Are players intently listening in huddles? Are they helping one another out? How do …

Kevin Pritchard on the trade deadline, state of the Pacers, and future flexibility

Pacers President of Basketball Operations Kevin Pritchard spoke with the media for more than 25 minutes Sunday afternoon before they hosted the New York Knicks.

Among the items discussed:

Many players urging the front office to keep this group intact How they had three legitimate trade offers at the deadline Victor Oladipo exceeding all expectations Domantas Sabonis’ development Glenn Robinson III’s rehab and timeline to…

Pacers game in New Orleans postponed due to roof leak

The Pacers were supposed to tip-off against the New Orleans Pelicans at 8:10 pm ET Wednesday, but the roof of the Smoothie King Center had other ideas. By 9:44 pm, the NBA made the call to postpone the game.

Arena workers were able to contain the leak by quickly building a contraption. However, the damage apparently was already done to the hardwood. Extensive renovations were …