Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers

By Scott AgnessSports Basketball

Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers episodes

May 05, 2022Wrapping up the 2021-22 season, looking ahead to a critical Pacers offseason
The Pacers completed their worst season since 1984-85 with just 25 wins. A redirection and reset was necessary, but it cannot become the norm. It’s good to be back behind a microphone and talking with you once again. This one is just me — and there’s a lot of ground to cover.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Facts and figures that define this past season.

The need for an identity, a leader and most of all, good health.

The Cavaliers failing the themselves and the Pacers, thus retaining their 2022 first-round pick.

Clarification on Rick Carlisle speaking out.

Missing out on the playoffs and a few Pacers motivated to go through that experience.

Why the Pacers have more open home dates in March the next two seasons.

Players' contracts situation.
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35 min
March 10, 2022Kings reporter Sean Cunningham on The Trade acquiring Haliburton and Hield
Sean Cunningham is a reporter covering the Sacramento Kings for ABC10 and the Kings Radio Network. This was a fun conversation on the Pacers-Kings trade involving six players. He is a big fan of Tyrese Haliburton — the person and player.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Reaction in Sacramento and a disruption to the Kings’ core

Whether the Kings needed clarity at its guard position

What will ultimately make this deal worthwhile for the Kings

Analysis of Buddy Hield’s game and how he can be a frustrating player

Haliburton’s personality and charisma

Why there’s so much to like about him and his game
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30 min
March 02, 2022Pacers' new direction, Haliburton impresses and what to watch for
There are just six weeks left in the regular season, and Indy is lively with the NFL Combine, Big Ten and Horizon League basketball tournaments in town — and there was a lot of Pacers subjects to touch on.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Pacers on the road for 6 of 7, the end of one streak and continuation of another.

Playoffs are out of sight, so now what? What to watch for and what we need to see more of.

Two Pacers assistant coaches made decisions about jobs elsewhere.

Tyrese Haliburton shining in his first seven games in Indy.

Haliburton-Brogdon backcourt, and why Brogdon’s timeline doesn’t match.

All-Star weekend, Haliburton in Rising Stars and Larry Bird's absence.

How Oshae Brissett has thrived since The Trades.

Being limited in their ability to re-sign Jalen Smith.

A surprising local TV note to pass along.
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38 min
February 10, 2022Trade deadline talk after Pacers finalized two deals in 72hrs
I expected the Pacers to be active at the trade deadline and they have been. First, agreeing to deal Caris LeVert to the Cavaliers for cap space + draft assets, then a major six-player deal with the Kings centered on Domantas Sabonis for Tyrese Haliburton.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
The Pacers’ new direction and why both deals made sense

LeVert’s 13 months in Indiana

Haliburton surprising availability and the Pacers being thrilled to land him

What I’ve been told about him and his booming, charismatic personality

Why they’re likely not done yet

What this means for Myles Turner and Malcolm Brogdon

Lance Stephenson signing for the rest of the season

Why forward Reggie Perry is ineligible to play

and A LOT more
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36 min
January 19, 2022 Changes inevitable for Pacers? Then, Mad Ants GM Chris Taylor, Fever asst. Carlos Knox
The Pacers are 15-29 and have lost 13 of their last 16 games. I get into where they are at, plus a few injuries concerns to Malcolm Brogdon and Myles Turner.
Then, you'll get TWO interviews. First, with Mad Ants general manager Chris Taylor, who started with the Pacers back in 2012. And then Carlos Knox on returning to the Indiana Fever as a WNBA assistant.
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1 hr 2 min
January 01, 2022 Lance Stephenson returning to the Pacers. Skills trainer Rob Blackwell discusses his growth
Fan favorite Lance Stephenson will soon be a Pacer for a third time. The Pacers plan to sign the guard to a 10-day contract, league sources told Fieldhouse Files. On this podcast, I talk about the move and then am joined by Lance's skills trainer, Rob Blackwell, to discuss his development and new approach.
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17 min
December 10, 2021The need for clarity, Turner speaks out, Carlisle tests positive — inside the Pacers' busy week
Where to begin… It was an active week for the Pacers off the court. Are they serious about a rebuild, what to make of Myles Turner speaking out and Rick Carlisle enters the heath & safety protocols.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Head coach Rick Carlisle testing positive for COVID-19, to miss several games; Lloyd Pierce to fill in.

Inside Tuesday’s practice and a closed-door meeting with the core players.

Myles Turner making his position known, wanting to be valued and maximized.

How Kevin Pritchard messed up big time.

Why it is a favorable trade market for the Pacers.

Undefined and limited roles for several players.

Your questions answered.
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41 min
November 25, 2021Kevin Bowen on his radio show, sports media and what to make of the Pacers
Kevin Bowen is a proud Hoosier, a Cathedral HS and IU grad who is now the co-host of “Kevin & Query” on 107.5 The Fan in Indianapolis. He can be heard from 7-10 a.m. ET each morning. We covered a lot of ground on this show.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Settling in with the new show and his co-host, Jake Query.

Taking pride in being a voice in his hometown.

How he prepares for the show and getting up around 4:30 a.m.

Success of Hard Knocks, the Manningcast and podcasts.

Offseason Pacers changes, running it back with the same personnel and health concerns.

Fan attendance, viewership concerns and apathy setting in.
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42 min
November 18, 20211-on-1 with Damjan Rudež on deciding to retire, playing for the Pacers
Damjan Rudez spent just one season with the Pacers, but he quickly became close with the team and was appreciated by fans. On this episode, Damo opens up on his decision to retire from basketball at 35 and how his one year with the franchise "remains the highlight of my career.”
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Why now and the factors that went into his decision.

How he plans to fill the time with family, coaching and broadcasting.

Other teammates deciding to retire recently, like Ian Mahinmi, and hearing from his Pacers family.

Feeling crushed when he was traded to Minnesota, and learning about the business of basketball.

His experiences with the Timberwolves and the Magic, reuniting with Frank Vogel in Orlando for a season.

The value of playing professionally as a teenager and being pushed by veterans.

The conditions in Croatia amid the ongoing pandemic.
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For great Pacers tickets, visit OnlyIndyTickets.com. They have great tickets for terrific prices for every game on the schedule. From hard-to-find seats for hot match-ups to bargain tickets that are cheaper than the box office. Only Indy Tickets is your first stop for Pacers tickets and anything else going on in Indianapolis.
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26 min
November 15, 2021Lauren Roa on the process of creating the Pacers' City Edition Mixtape Uniform
On this episode, I’m joined by Lauren Roa, the senior director of merchandising and retail, to discuss the Pacers Team Store and the new City Edition Mixtape Uniform — from concept to on the court and in her store. She’s now on her sixth season in this role.
Among the items discussed on this episode:
Newly-renovated team store at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, which is open Monday-Saturday 12-5 p.m, and is innovative, has improved lighting. They’re focusing on technology and experience, in addition to products. Like at games, it is a cashless experience.

What happened to the giant basketball and Boomer inside the store.

How ‘90s items and throwbacks have become among the bestsellers, along with the jersey of lottery pick Chris Duarte.

Her background in merchandise, working at Finish Line for eight years, returning after previously being an intern to run the team store.

The detailed process to design (three years ago) and launch a new uniform, working in conjunction with Nike. “Product is king.”

Paying homage to Slick with “Boom Baby!” and individually numbered options.

Challenges with the supply chain and how it has impacted all parts of the business.

The marketing team’s activation at home games to create a mixtape moment resembling the mixtape promos.

Working with Josh Conder (aka Country), the Pacers’ equipment manager, to draft up what uniform the team will wear for each game.
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For great Pacers tickets, visit OnlyIndyTickets.com. They have great tickets for terrific prices for every game on the schedule. From hard-to-find seats for hot match-ups to bargain tickets that are cheaper than the box office. Only Indy Tickets is your first stop for Pacers tickets and anything else going on in Indianapolis.
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Podcast listeners can get 25% off a subscription of Fieldhouse Files by going to http://fieldhousefiles.substack.com/ffpodcast.
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25 min

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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…