Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers

By Scott AgnessSports Basketball

Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers episodes

December 22, 2023Vegas recap and a roundup of all the Pacers news since
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, I’ll catch you up on all that’s transpired with the Pacers over the last two weeks since Las Vegas. They’re still coming down from that high, tired and just 2-5 in games since, but they’re finally getting healthy again.
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays, friends.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
The team running on fumes because of a brutal stretch with seven games in 12 days, including Las Vegas.

How the tournament was a great experience for the Pacers and really good for exposure, especially for Tyrese Haliburton.

George McGinnis passed away at 73.

Giannis wants his game ball.

Andrew Nembhard misses two weeks with injury, then returns in Memphis.

Jalen Smith returns after missing 10 games due to multiple injuries. What I saw in Vegas from him.

Haliburton being in a rut, averaging four turnovers per game.

How they can count on Aaron Nesmith’s hard play, but also his 3-point shot.

Pacers in the community.

Pacers owner Herb Simon is a first-time nominee for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in the contributor category. Donnie Walsh has been an eligible candidate for many years.

Mad Ants roll to 14 straight wins, will play in Showcase Cup Finals Friday night
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38 min
December 09, 2023 Pacers Are Going to the 'Ship; The Athletic's Jovan Buha Talks Lakers
LAS VEGAS — On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, the Pacers are on to the In-Season Tournament championship game against the Lakers. I’ll preview the matchup with Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha of The Athletic, and provide notes + observations from Las Vegas.
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36 min
December 07, 2023 IST Semifinal Preview and ESPN's Tim Bontemps Talks Pacers
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast,the Pacers beat the Celtics on Monday to advance to the semifinals in Las Vegas. I’m there and will preview their matchup against Bucks. Then, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps joins me to discuss the team.
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30 min
December 01, 2023 Pacers ownership update: Steven Rales increases equity in franchise
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, a familiar name has taken on more equity in Pacers Sports & Entertainment. I’ll examine the major news that broke Thursday night.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
02:03: Steven Rales adding equity in the franchise (from 5 to 20%)
04:08: Steve Simon and more on the family’s public involvement recently
07:06: Statement from Herb Simon
11:08: What’s the value in being a minority owner and who is Steven Rales?
14:42: Recent investments made to and around Gainbridge Fieldhouse
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20 min
October 24, 2023 A Championship Conversation: Popeye Jones, Nuggets assistant coach
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files, it's almost opening night. So before a new season, let's go back to last season. It's time for another Championship Conversation, this time with Popeye Jones.
He's been in the NBA for over 30 years now, both as a player and a coach. Jones was an assistant for the Pacers from 2013-2020 and is now in his third season on Michael Malone's Nuggets staff.
He discussed his coaching journey and the experience of winning the 2023 NBA title.
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22 min
September 28, 2023Pacers playing the long game — season preview with Bob Kravitz
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, the players are holding a mini-camp one week out from training camp, Pacers GM Chad Buchanan speaks ahead of the first practice and Bob Kravitz joins.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
00:00: Bennedict Mathurin hosting a youth camp over the weekend.

02:40: One local program becomes the first to hold a team event at Bicentennial Unity Plaza.

03:28: Players hold mini-camp in Nashville.

04:55: Reaction from front office reception; Buchanan talks (click here to watch).

Key quote: “… Our ultimate goal is down the road trying to be great — to compete for a championship and be an elite team. And that’s not going to happen right away and we don’t want to skip steps to get there.”

07:40: A conversation with Kravvy, who you can read here, on the team’s wait-and-see approach, competition for minutes, wondering where the veterans fit in, Buddy Hield’s future, Jrue Holiday?, and Indy hosting the All-Star game in February.
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36 min
September 21, 2023Buddy Hield's future with the Pacers, Glenn Robinson III interview
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, I’ll discuss Buddy Hield’s future with the Pacers and what it means in the big picture. Then, my conversation with former Pacer and 2017 NBA Slam Dunk Champion Glenn Robinson III, who is gearing up for a comeback.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Daniel Theis in a good spot after helping Germany win Gold.

Bicentennial Unity Plaza officially opens and what’s in store.

Bally Sports+ being included in a Pacers ticket package.

Why did this come up and what Hield is wanting. (9:00)

Being a deep threat and his strong relationship with Tyrese Haliburton.

What’s his role look like and what path will the Pacers choose?

A few ways it could be resolved.

1-on-1 interview with GRIII. (28:55)

What he’s been up to and his desire to play again.

His dunk course is available at GR3.biz — use code “VIPDUNKFAM” for 25% off.
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49 min
August 30, 20231-on-1 with Jarace Walker
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, Scott Agness catches up with Jarace Walker during a 1-on-1 conversation.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Getting involved with business deals off the court

Being close with his sisters and sharing his draft night with them

Having a procedure on his right elbow and how he’s feeling

Settling into Indy

His relationship (and on-court battles) with Jannero Pargo

Compensation received from new teammate Obi Toppin for No. 1

Gearing up for training camp
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11 min
August 07, 2023 Dan Vance on Gabe York, Mad Ants in new G League documentary
“Destination NBA: A G League Odyssey” was produced by Amazon Studios with a runtime of just under two hours. It’s scheduled to debut Monday at 8:00 p.m. ET on Prime Video.
And look who’s on the cover for the advertisement on Prime Video? Gabe York — the Mad Ants' all-time leader in 3s in a game (nine), 3s in a season (161) and in franchise history (316).
I have not seen an early copy of the documentary, so I’ll be watching for the first time this week and expecting to see plenty of focus on players who both made it to the NBA and others who are so close, but not there yet.
The documentary is starring G League Ignite alum Scoot Henderson, plus York and Denzel Valentine (Maine). The success stories include Seth Curry, Spencer Dinwiddie, Gary Payton II and Jalen Green.
(Click here for more on York’s story)
This was a year-long endeavor for the production crew as they followed players around closely. The Mad Ants, led by general manager Chris Taylor and coach Tom Hankins, welcomed the crew with full access. Dan Vance, the team’s director of public relations and social media, also played an important role in the relationship and setting up shots and interviews.
So he’s my guest on the latest Fieldhouse Files Podcast — discussing how the team and York were featured and what that experience was like.
“The exciting part is that we tried to embrace the experience as a franchise and really show the grind of the G League from every level,” said Vance. “That was the most exciting part, being able to showcase who we were as a franchise, who these guys were as a team, and I think that hopefully shows in the documentary.
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22 min
June 30, 2023Pacers draft recap, free agency preview
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files, I recap the Pacers draft and preview free agency, which begins on June 30 with the face of the franchise, Tyrese Haliburton.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Completing three draft capital trades in 48 hours

Drafting Jarace Walker, Ben Sheppard, Mojave King and Isaiah Wong

Insight on IU forward Trayce Jackson-Davis going to Golden State

State of the franchise — roster spots, cap space, two-way deals, etc.

What Haliburton's extension could look like

Targets via trade and in free agency
And click here to read my mega free agency primer.
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40 min

About Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers

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Fieldhouse Files is a Pacers podcast from reporter Scott Agness, who's been around The Fieldhouse since 2003. He delivers comprehensive coverage of the team, tracking how the Pacers are performing on…