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indianaminoritybusinessmagazine.com | Noral Parham
As the NBA Finals shift to Indianapolis for Games 3 and 4, thousands of fans will descend on Gainbridge Fieldhouse. While the Pacers battle for the city’s first major pro title since 2012 (Indiana Fever), visitors can also champion local entrepreneurs. Here are standout minority-owned businesses to support during the 2025 NBA Finals: Craving a classic burger with flair? Burgeezy delivers. This vegan-friendly eatery was founded by Kadeesha & Antoine Wiggins and offers gourmet smash burgers.
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1 week ago | 
indianaminoritybusinessmagazine.com | Noral Parham
Purdue University revealed its long-term vision for Indianapolis on June 6. The Campus Master Plan, which outlines development for the next five decades, was presented at the Purdue Board of Trustees meeting. The plan envisions 16 new buildings on Purdue’s Indianapolis campus, totaling 4.5 million gross square feet. This expansion will support up to 5,320 student beds. It aims for a future enrollment of 15,000 students.
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1 week ago | 
indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham
“It aint over until it is over and the clock hits zero,” Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton said following his buzzer-beater jumper to secure a win in Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder on June 5. Facing a 15-point deficit in the fourth quarter and plagued by nearly 20 first-half turnovers, the Pacers displayed resilience on the road.
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1 week ago | 
indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham
Here we are: Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. The Indiana Pacers (50-32) and Oklahoma City Thunder (68-14), often called ‘small-market teams,’ are playing at the apex of basketball. Indiana advanced by defeating Milwaukee (4-1), Cleveland (4-1), and New York (4-2). Point guard Tyrese Haliburton anchors their playmaking, leading all playoff players with 9.8 assists per game.
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1 week ago | 
indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham
The WNBA has a real-life salary problem. Picture this: the energy is undeniable — sold-out arenas, record merchandise sales, unprecedented television viewership. Players like Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese aren’t just playing basketball; they’re igniting a cultural phenomenon, drawing crowds and attention the WNBA has long dreamed of.
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1 week ago | 
indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham
The Indiana Fever used a decisive 31-point third quarter to defeat the Washington Mystics 85-76 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 3. Kelsey Mitchell led all scorers with 24 points, matching her season high, as Indiana (3-4) ended a three-game skid. The Fever seized control after halftime, outscoring Washington 31-21 in the third frame. Lexie Hull fueled the run with 12 of her 14 points during the period, including two of Indiana’s franchise-record 11 three-pointers.
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1 week ago | 
indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham
As the Pacers prepare for their first NBA Finals appearance in 25 years, Darnell “Dr. Dunk” Hillman — a cornerstone of Indiana’s back-to-back American Basketball Association (ABA) championships (1972, 1973) — sees uncanny parallels between today’s team and the franchise’s golden era.
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1 week ago | 
indianaminoritybusinessmagazine.com | Noral Parham
Hands In Motion Homecare LLC, a certified minority-owned provider founded by deaf entrepreneur Tiandra Trent, delivers culturally sensitive non-medical care across Indiana. The company specializes in bridging communication gaps for deaf and disabled communities while serving all clients. Trent established the firm to address accessibility gaps after experiencing healthcare barriers firsthand.
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1 week ago | 
indianaminoritybusinessmagazine.com | Noral Parham
Martin University appointed Sydney Burt vice president of enrollment, career services and student success. Burt previously served as executive director of student experience at Indiana’s only Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) of higher education. Her prior role included guiding students from enrollment through career launch. She also directed career development, enhancing staff performance.
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1 week ago | 
indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham
For the first time ever, NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football” will showcase an all-female cast on June 5-6. Host Jamie Erdahl leads the two-day special featuring prominent women analysts and reporters across the NFL landscape. The June 5 episode includes Erdahl alongside NFL Network analytics expert Cynthia Frelund, reporter Jane Slater and Cincinnati Bengals beat reporter Kelsey Conway.
