Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images Why would a team dare a knockdown shooter to shoot? With the combination of his all-seeing vision and knockdown shooting, few players in the NBA manipulate ball screens as frequently as Tyrese Haliburton. In fact, 47.7 percent of his usage comes from the pick-and-roll — a mark topped only by Ja Morant (53.7%), Trae Young (48.7%), and … [Read more...] about On the curious case of ducking under against Tyrese Haliburton
Pacers final score: Timberwolves clamp down on Pacers 115-101
Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports Indiana struggled on both ends tonight, snapping their five game winning streak to Minnesota. Myles Turner led the way with 31 points. Very little clicked tonight for the Indiana Pacers, struggling to combat Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns as the Minnesota Timberwolves snapped Indiana’s five game winning streak. The Pacers got … [Read more...] about Pacers final score: Timberwolves clamp down on Pacers 115-101
Timberwolves vs. Pacers Preview and Game Thread
Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images Another opponent with a big lineup will try to slow down the Pacers. The Indiana Pacers (10-6) host the Minnesota Timberwolves (9-8) for their annual visit to Indy on Wednesday night. With both teams riding strong winning streaks, something has to give. The Pacers have cashed in their last five games for Ws which has them sitting at … [Read more...] about Timberwolves vs. Pacers Preview and Game Thread
Pacers final score: Pacers cruise past Magic 123-102
Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports Indiana extends their winning streak to five games, beating Orlando at home to improve to 10-6 on the season. T.J. McConnell had 19 points and 10 assists in the win. The Indiana Pacers completed their two-game sweep of the Orlando Magic in impressive fashion, securing their biggest win of the season in their fifth straight victory. The … [Read more...] about Pacers final score: Pacers cruise past Magic 123-102
Magic vs. Pacers Preview and Game Thread..Again
Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports The Pacers look to sweep the Magic on Monday night The Indiana Pacers (9-6) and Orlando Magic (5-12) are back for more at the Fieldhouse, after the Pacers took the first game, 114-113. The mini playoff series type situation raises interesting questions heading into the rematch. Will Aaron Nesmith start instead of Andrew Nembhard? … [Read more...] about Magic vs. Pacers Preview and Game Thread..Again