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Pacers Beat Reporter at Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers

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‘We’ve got to go and steal one’: Caitlin Clark confident Pacers will finish the job

1 week ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

Caitlin Clark is aware of the Indiana Pacers’ record when she attends games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. “It's hard to miss, yeah,” she said, referencing how it was all over social media last week between Games 3 and 4. It’s something I’ve tracked since she was drafted to Indianapolis about 14 months ago. For the record, they’re 8-0 when the face of the WNBA is in the crowd. She’s either courtside or up in a suite.
Pascal Siakam leads with poise as Pacers aim to bounce back in NBA Finals Game 5 vs. Thunder

1 week ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

OKLAHOMA CITY — Since he was acquired from the Toronto Raptors 17 months ago, forward Pascal Siakam has been a leader on and off the court. He quickly exceeded the expectations of the front office and coaching staff one year ago when the Indiana Pacersreturned to the postseason. That was the goal — and they reached the conference finals. Through the highs and the lows, Siakam has been more than just their leading scorer. He’s been their sounding board and the one to keep everyone level.
At the Buzzer: R4G4 - Thunder 111, Pacers 104 | Win Slips From Indiana's Grasp

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

It’s Game 102 of the season for the Pacers — and their 20th playoff game. They’re aiming to do what the 2000 Finals team could not: win both Games 3 and 4 at home. This marks Day 9 of what could be an 18-day battle. The coaching staff continues to stress the same message: take it one day at a time and never look ahead. Myles Turner is among several Pacers feeling under the weather, but nothing was going to keep them out of such a pivotal game.
Caitlin Clark returns from quad injury Saturday vs. Liberty; Cunningham also back for Indiana Fever

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

Almost three weeks since Caitlin Clarkwas diagnosed with a left quad strain, the WNBA star plans to return to game action on Saturday. It’s not just any game either. It’s against the reigning WNBA Champion New York Liberty — and it’s the showcase game Saturday at 3 ET on ABC.
Pacers Take 2-1 NBA Finals Lead Behind Bennedict Mathurin’s Big Night, Bench Dominance in Game 3 Win

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

Indy had waited 25 years for this moment. It had been 9,126 days since the Indiana Pacers last hosted an NBA Finals game. Exactly 25 years to the day after they beat the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of the 2000 Finals, the Pacers were back on their home floor — this time with the Oklahoma City Thunder in town and their focus just as sharp. “I just know Gainbridge is going to be rocking,” said Myles Turner, the longest-tenured Pacer, after Game 2.
A few thoughts (and Pacers keys) before Game 3 of the NBA Finals

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

Through the first two games, the Pacers have only led for 1:53. Not even two of the 96 minutes played. And yet the best-of-seven series is even at 1-1. That’s why the Pacers should feel good about things as the 2025 NBA Finals resumes Wednesday evening. Now the games are in Indy, on the Pacers’ home court — and with 17,274 fans firmly behind them. “It's a good reset,” Aaron Nesmith said of the return home.
Pacers guard says he's 'fine,' will be ready for NBA Finals Game 3

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

When Tyrese Haliburton arrived at the postgame press conference Sunday following the Pacers’ Game 2 loss, something was off. He moved gingerly, slowly climbed two steps to the podium, then grimaced as he sat down. He’s logged 74 hard minutes through two games in the NBA Finals. He’s the focal point of the offense, and Oklahoma City’s defense is structured around stopping him. It was clear he wasn’t at full strength.
Inside Pacers practice ahead of Game 3 in Indy | Photos & Videos

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

After having Monday off — also serving as a travel day for media — both the Pacers and Thunder held practice Tuesday afternoon at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Indiana won the series-opener in the final second, then Oklahoma City stormed back for a decisive Game 2 victory by 16 points. They led by as many as 23 points. Now the series shifts to Indianapolis with Game 3 on Wednesday at 8:30 ET on ABC. As always, I will host a live postgame show over on YouTube once postgame interviews are over.
At the Buzzer: R4G2 - Thunder 123, Pacers 107 | OKC Responds

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Indiana Pacers are a mature group. They’re a connected group. And they’re a group that does’t let outside noise inside their walls. They entered Game 2 of the NBA Finals with a 7-0 record this postseason in Games 1 and 2 of each series — looking to make it 8-0. This is a process-oriented team, not one driven by results. It’s one day at a time, one quarter at a time, one play at a time. Their early-series success speaks to preparation and professionalism.
Inside Pacers practice ahead of Game 2 in Oklahoma City | Photos & Videos

2 weeks ago | fieldhousefiles.com | Scott Agness

OKLAHOMA CITY — Both the Thunder and Pacers held practice Saturday afternoon at Paycom Center, one day after Tyrese Haliburton’s jumper with 0.3 seconds gave them their first lead — and the win in Game 1. Game 2 is Sunday at 8 ET on ABC. As always, I will host a live postgame show over on YouTube once postgame interviews are over. (Probably around 11:30 p.m.)