Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

Tonight, heartbreak ensues on the Fever Focus Podcast as Alex and Casey recount a game that had everything. There was a lost 20 point lead, a comeback, overtime, a game-tying buzzer beater, a game-WINNING buzzer beater, and everything but a win. In the immediate aftermath, the guys recap exactly how and why this game fell apart. Topics of discussion are what parts of the Fever collapse were avoidable, what were mental, what came down to basketball, and what was a healthy dose of pure bad luck. Discussion centers around the up and down play...

Alex Golden is joined by D Cot of the Game Time Network and Cot's Corner for his first appearance on Setting The Pace, and the conversation centers around what many believe is the Indiana Pacers' greatest strength: their backcourt. The guys take a deep dive into Andrew Nembhard's development, discussing why he's the perfect complement to Tyrese Haliburton, the strides he made as a primary playmaker last season, what to expect from him moving forward and how important it is for the Pacers to keep him as a foundational piece of their core. The conversation...

Alex Golden is joined by Brandt McCoskey of Pacers Daily on Fan Arch for another Pacers crossover episode, and this one centers around one important question: What could keep the Indiana Pacers from winning an NBA championship? Alex and Brandt each share the three biggest factors they believe could derail Indiana's title hopes, discussing everything from roster construction and player development to health, depth and the ever-improving Eastern Conference. After breaking down those concerns, the conversation shifts to the conference as a whole. Where do the Pacers stack up against the rest of...

Alex Golden and Casey Johnson are joined by Tony East of Circle City Spin and The IX for a wide-ranging conversation about the current state of the Indiana Fever as the team pushes toward the second half of the season. The guys begin with the latest injury news surrounding Damiris Dantas, discuss the Fever signing Michelle Onyiah to a developmental player contract, and evaluate where Indiana currently stacks up among the Eastern Conference contenders. From there, the conversation dives into several of the team's biggest storylines, including the continued dominance of the Fever's Big 3, Lexie...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Jake Riley of Pacers Beyond the Buzzer for another fun Pacers crossover episode! To kick things off, each member of the panel shares the three biggest strengths of the Indiana Pacers and explains why those traits make Indiana one of the most dangerous teams in the Eastern Conference heading into the 2026-27 season. From the team's stars and depth to its culture and style of play, the guys make the case for why the Pacers are legitimate championship contenders. Then, Jake flips the script and puts Alex...

Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACE and use code PACE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Jack and Sal from All Pacers for a fun offseason episode filled with debates, laughs and plenty of Pacers basketball. The guys kick things off by sharing their thoughts on the new gold pinstripe jerseys, discussing what they like most about the design and where they rank among Indiana's recent uniforms. Next, the conversation shifts to one of the more entertaining topics of the...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Anthony from Fastbreak Report for a fun offseason discussion centered around the Indiana Pacers and the one question fans can't stop asking: What's the biggest hole on this roster? Before diving into that debate, Anthony shares his thoughts on the Pacers' offseason, discussing the additions of Kelly Oubre Jr., Larry Nance Jr., Braden Smith and more. He also explains whether there was anything he would have done differently if he were in Kevin Pritchard and Chad Buchanan's shoes. Then, the conversation shifts to the current...

Alex Golden is joined once again by David Cole and Carson Stafford for Part 2 of their Eastern Conference Duos Rankings. After working through the bottom half of the conference in Part 1, the guys reveal their Top 8 duos and debate which pair deserves to be crowned the best in the East. Most importantly, where do Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam stack up against the conference's elite? Can Indiana's All-Star tandem compete with the East's biggest names, or do other contenders have the edge? Topics include: Revealing the Top 8 duos in the Eastern Conference Where Tyrese...

Alex Golden is joined by David Cole and Carson Stafford for a loaded episode of Setting the Pace. The guys begin by reacting to the Indiana Pacers’ reveal of their new gold pinstripe jerseys, sharing their initial impressions of the design, what they like most and how the uniforms compare to some of the most memorable looks in franchise history. Then, Alex, David and Carson kick off Part 1 of their Eastern Conference Duos Rankings. The trio evaluates the top pairings throughout the conference, debates which stars complement each other best and works its way through th...

Alex Golden and Casey Johnson are back with another episode of Fever Focus, breaking down Indiana's impressive victory over the Seattle Storm and all the biggest storylines surrounding the team. The guys discuss Kelsey Mitchell's explosive fourth quarter, Caitlin Clark's incredible four-game stretch, and the concern surrounding Aliyah Boston, who exited in the second quarter with a knee injury. They also share their thoughts on whether Boston could miss extended time and what that would mean for Indiana moving forward. Plus, the conversation turns to Monique Billings, who continues to play some of her best...

After sitting down with Indiana Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan for more than an hour last week, Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to unpack everything they learned from the conversation. Rather than simply replaying Chad's answers, the guys take a deeper dive into the interview, discussing what stood out most, reading between the lines of Buchanan's comments and explaining what his answers could mean for the Pacers heading into the 2026-27 season and beyond. Topics include: The biggest takeaways from Chad Buchanan's interview What Chad had to say about the development of...

Today, Casey Johnson goes solo to discuss the All-Star weekend that was!  Today is not so much a basketball show, but more a look at the humanity around the All-Star Weekend.  Casey discusses:  Caitlin's moment with Barack Obama How Caitlin is handling all the attention and drama WNBA players are actually friends Caitlin, Kelsey, and Aliyah's performance in the All-Star game. He then goes on to discuss Caitlin's Malika Andrews interview, Monica McNutt's reaction, and how that exact media cycle is the reason he created Fever Focus: The Wide Angle on our YouTube pag...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined once again by Brad and Ryan Knight of the Pacers Post Up Podcast for another fun offseason debate—this time focusing on the future of the Indiana Pacers. The four rank each of the seven young players on Indiana's roster from No. 1 through No. 7, discussing who they believe has the brightest future, who carries the most long-term value and which players could become key pieces of the Pacers' next championship contender. After comparing rankings, the conversation shifts to a bigger question: Who is the most exciting young player in...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Brad and Ryan Knight of the Pacers Post Up Podcast for a loaded discussion about LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers and what the blockbuster move means for the rest of the Eastern Conference. The guys break down how LeBron fits alongside Philadelphia’s existing core, whether the new-look 76ers should immediately be considered the favorites in the East and how his arrival changes the path back to the NBA Finals for Indiana. They also examine the matchup from the Pacers’ perspective, highlighting the strengths Indiana could use...

Alex Golden and Casey Johnson are back with another episode of Fever Focus, breaking down another eventful week for the Indiana Fever. The guys begin by recapping Indiana's record-setting victory over the Connecticut Sun, discussing the team's offensive explosion, the biggest takeaways from the win and why this performance was another encouraging sign as the Fever head into the second half of the season. Next, Casey dives into the recent USA Today article surrounding Caitlin Clark, sharing his thoughts on the reporting, the conversation it has sparked and what it all means for Clark as...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back with Part 2 of their exclusive interview with Indiana Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan. After spending the first episode discussing the offseason additions and roster construction, the conversation shifts to the players already on the roster and Indiana's outlook moving forward. Chad shares incredible insight into the development of the Pacers' core, Tyrese Haliburton's recovery, the addition of Ivica Zubac, and what he believes this team is capable of over the coming years. Topics include: Andrew Nembhard's continued growth and expanding role An update on Tyrese Haliburton's recovery...

Welcome back to the Fever Focus Podcast where the vibes are HIGH!  Listen as Alex Golden and Casey Johnson break down the weekend that was, including a back-to-back featuring two wins and more than a little history! Featuring: Caitlin Clark scores the fastest 45 and 10 game in history! Kelsey Mitchell cannot miss. The Fever team starting to find their groove. Ty Harris settling in and being the perfect backup.   Then, the conversation naturally shifts over to: is this a Fever team that, if they play like this, can win a championship?  <...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Indiana Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan for an in-depth conversation that spans more than an hour. Because there was so much to discuss, we're bringing you this exclusive interview in two parts. In Part 1, Chad provides tremendous insight into the Pacers' offseason decisions, roster construction and player development, while also sharing his thoughts on several of Indiana's young players and what's ahead before training camp. Topics include: Why the Pacers targeted Kelly Oubre Jr. in free agency and what he brings to the roster The decision...

Alex Golden and Mike Facci wrap up their evaluation of the Indiana Pacers' offseason by answering one big question: Did the Pacers do enough in free agency? Piggybacking off yesterday's episode, where they graded each of Indiana's offseason moves individually, the guys zoom out to evaluate the offseason as a whole. They discuss how each addition and roster decision fits together, whether the Pacers addressed their biggest needs, and if the front office did enough to keep Indiana in the championship conversation. Topics include: A final evaluation of Indiana's free agency<...

Alex Golden and Michael J. Facci are back with a report card for the Indiana Pacers' offseason. Now that the bulk of free agency is behind them and the roster is beginning to take shape, the guy's grade each of the Pacers' five major offseason moves and explain what they liked, what they questioned and how each transaction impacts Indiana's championship aspirations. The moves discussed include: Kelly Oubre Jr. signing a two-year deal Waiving Micah Potter and signing Larry Nance Jr. Bringing Kobe Brown back on a two-way contract Trading Kam Jones for Braden...