PODCAST: Pacers at the midpoint, team notes, and IU football playing for an undefeated title
A Pacers win streak, Carlisle’s milestone, trade-deadline context with three weeks to go, and organization notes — before a closing reflection on IU football’s run to the national title.
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, after a gloomy start, the Pacers went on their first win streak, and went 3-1 on a homestand before heading on the road. Rick Carlisle celebrated his 1,000th career win at last, news with the Boom and Pacers Sports & Entertainment. And then, I’ve got to talk IU football before leaving for the national title game
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Pacers reached the midpoint of the season amid a turnaround, going 3–1 on a homestand and winning four of five games after a historically poor 6–31 start that included a franchise-record 13-game losing streak.
Carlisle earned career win No. 1,000 in Charlotte, a milestone reached during a season defined by constant roster churn, shifting rotations, and tactical experimentation.
An uptick in defense, including a quick, low-foul game against Boston (14 combined fouls) and “illegal screen.”
Pascal Siakam’s All-Star candidacy.
Trade-deadline discussion — and why it shouldn’t be assumed Bennedict Mathurin is on the way out.
Updates on the Boom: Kyle Guy heading to China, Cody Martin acquired, Ethan Thompson shines, and a schedule adjustment.
A Ritz-Carlton coming to Indy?
A closing personal reflection on IU football and how far the program has come under head coach Curt Cignetti.
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