Author Archives: Scott Agness

Ian Mahinmi bringing Steak ‘n Shake to France

Wizards center Ian Mahinmi may have the 2016-17 season behind him, but he already has a full plate this summer.

There’s Fashion Week in Paris, set for mid-June, where the stylish Mahinmi will continue to spread the word about his clothing line, French Deal. He’s hosting a basketball camp in his father’s home country of Benin, in West Africa, along with hosting his annual summer …

Pacers 2017 Pre-Draft Workouts: Bryce Alford, UCLA

He didn’t grow up in Indiana, but he was born here. And, as long as he’s in basketball, his ties to the basketball state will be discussed.

Bryce Alford, son of Indiana Hall of Fame Steve Alford, the 1983 Indiana Mr. Basketball winner, completed his second pre-draft workout on Monday. His first was before the Draft Combine for the Clippers in Los Angeles, nearby where …

Pacers 2017 Pre-Draft Workouts: Trevor Thompson, Ohio State

Ben Davis High School product Trevor Thompson was one of four guys with ties to the state to work out at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Monday. The other three: Bryce Alford (UCLA), Trevon Bluiett (Park Tudor and Xavier), and Vince Edwards (Purdue).

Whether it was smart planning, a way to stand out, or just his shoe of choice, Thompson wore Paul George’s black signature shoe, …

Pacers 2017 Pre-Draft Workouts: Vince Edwards, Purdue

Vince Edwards, along with Caleb Swanigan, are two Boilermakers that still must make a decision by the NBA deadline of 5:00 pm ET on May 24.

“I haven’t really slept easy at all,” he said regarding his upcoming decision after working out with the Pacers on Monday. It’s his second time going through the pre-draft process.

“There wasn’t too many teaching points,” he said of …

Does Kevin Pritchard plan to add to his front office?

Kevin Pritchard hit the ground running at the first of May, officially taking over the basketball operations department for the Indiana Pacers. Larry Bird had been president since 2003 and held that title through May 1, 2017 with the exception of a one-year sabbatical.

For Pritchard, he’s back in the saddle. He’s held many titles over his years, including General Manager of the Portland Trail …

Paul George’s latest PG1 colorway is a tribute to Tamika Catchings

Yet another different colorway of the PG1, Paul George’s signature shoe, becomes available on Friday, May 19 at 10:00 am ET. Like each of his shoes, this one carries great meaning.

According to Nike, this Glacier Grey PG1 is being dubbed the ‘Catch-24’ … for Tamika Catchings, the former Indiana Fever star who retired last fall after 15 seasons in the WNBA.

“PG knows that …

Nate McMillan enjoys first visit to IMS, brings staff along with him

Pacers head coach Nate McMillan decided that Thursday would be his first day spent inside the massive grounds of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, just over five miles north west of his home away from home, Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

But he wouldn’t do it alone. It would be a staff outing at IMS on this practice day for the 33 cars entering the field for the …

Glenn Robinson III to ride in the 61st annual 500 Festival Parade

Over the last several years, the Pacers have been represented in the 500 Festival Parade — and that will continue next week. In the annual parade, held on the day before the Indianapolis 500 (Saturday, May 27), all 33 drivers, along with other celebrities, ride through downtown Indianapolis atop the back of convertibles.

Representing the Blue & Gold at the 61st annual 500 Festival Parade …