A few weeks ago, Derek Schultz reached out to Alex Golden to see if he would mind doing a Q&A for IBJ.com to share the origin story of Setting The Pace, how the show grew from nothing to notoriety and how Alex has become a full time media member. Derek sent the audio file over to Alex to share on this feed for listeners of Setting The Pace to hear the interview, in case they didn't read the article in the IBJ or on IBJ.com. The audio version of this Q&A is longer than the written piece, and has the unedited answers to the questions. We hope you enjoy the episode, and as always, we thank you for your support of this podcast!

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On today's show, Alex and Facci discuss the Pacers 14 point victory over the Grizzlies. Myles Turner was sensational, Haliburton came to life in the 2nd quarter, the bench was terrific, Nembhard locked Morant up and Aaron Nesmith looked like his former self. A lot to discuss on today's show after an awesome victory!

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On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci go through the remaining 29 games on the Pacers schedule and predict if it will be a win or loss. Alex and Facci have done this for the past few seasons in August when going through the entire season, but with the break here, the guy thought it would be cool to go through the schedule again and see where the Pacers could land at the end of the season.

We hope you enjoy the show, and please let us know on Twitter @PacersPodSTP what you think Indiana's record will be over the next 29 games! You can also tag Alex @AlexGoldenNBA or Facci at @_Facci! Thank you for making us a part of your day! We look forward to chatting more Pacers basketball with you tomorrow after Indiana's game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

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On today's episode, James Boyd joins Alex Golden and Mike Facci to discuss Benn Mathurin's play this season, why he was pulled from the starting 5 and whether it was the right decision, Indiana staying pat at the trade deadline and what it might mean for this offseason, Myles Turner's fit with this team and how an early playoff exit could potentially impact if he returns in free agency, Tyrese Haliburton's wonky season and how handling the pressures of being a franchise guy for a playoff contender can be challenging.

After 30 minutes of Pacers talk, James then discusses the Indiana Fever's offseason, how special this group can be this season with Caitlin Clark in year 2, the addition of so many talented players like, DeWanna Bonner, Natasha Howard, Sophie Cunningham and Brianna Turner, then hiring Stephanie White to be the franchise's new head coach. James also highlights the main young core from last season of Clark, Mitchell, Boston and Hull returning and how their experience last year can help catapult them into a more competitive team next season.

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Alex Golden is joined by David Cole to discuss the most intriguing storylines for the rest of the season! The guys dive into Haliburton, Turner, Mathurin, Nesmith, Defense, Rebounding, Injuries, Opponents Success against the Pacers and MORE!

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On today's episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci are joined by Pacers GM, Chad Buchanan, to discuss the current state of the team.

-Thoughts on the 1st 53 games of the season

-Will there be another move for a backup center?

-Was Indiana close to making a bigger move at the deadline?

-Thoughts on the starting lineup changes

-Thoughts on Haliburton's season so far

-What Nembhard brings to the team that's so hard to replace

-What areas of weakness he sees in this group and how they can get better

-Pascal's leadership and his amazing season that led to him being an All-Star

-Future of Myles with this team, why Indiana didn't trade him

-Jarace's spot in the rotation, what's been the message to him?

-Areas Ben Sheppard has grown as a player

-Thomas Bryant's energy and how he has helped the team this season

-How has this team looked based on his preseason expectations of where they would be?

-What fans can look forward to the rest of the season

-MORE

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Alex Golden and Facci closeout the MAILBAG podcast answering the following questions:

1). Erik Nikol 

If you guys are doing the consolidation trade in the offseason, which players are you keeping vs trading? 

2). Mann Marsden 

Real take on the play of Tyrese and is he a superstar or franchise player ? Or jus mid like Evan Turner warned us about

3). Nicholas Thornburg

If Myles Turner does not re-sign with the Pacers this offseason, what route do you think the Pacers would go for at the center position? Do you think a priority would need to be to go after a stretch big given the ability of Haliburton to dish well to centers for 3 pointers?

4). Adam aka REDS FAN RIP 19

What do you guys think has been the biggest reason for the turnaround and better play?

5). Sam Tompkins

Do you think the starters would have more success with Nesmith in the line up? Would this free Mathurin up for more offensive production with TJ/Obi/etc by coming off the bench?

6). Josh Lovell

The Pacers lack shooting, aside from Tyrese. Instead of Alex Len for the 15th spot, would they be better off with a real shooter, like Bojan?

7). Christopher Lloyd AKA The Film Critic

With big contracts going to their stars, it's clear the Pacers can't play and pay all of their young talent: Nembhard, Mathurin, Walker, Nesmith, Sheppard, Furphy. How many do you think they keep long-term, and which ones?

Thank you all for sending in your questions and for making Setting The Pace a part of your daily listen. Cheers!

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Alex and Facci are back to discuss the following questions from the mailbag! These questions were answered on a recording we did Monday evening, so we apologize in advance if some questions have already been answered with decisions made by the team.

1). Pat Curse

In May the Pacers were 40/1 to win title. In October 60/1. February 1st they were 100/1. Then 120/1 and now 130/1. Why am I the only person on earth that thinks they could beat any team in the league in a 7 game series? Not would or should, but could. 130/1????

2). DJ Davis — AKA THE LAWYER OF SETTING THE PACE

Who should start at SG and SF to give the Pacers the best chance to win more games?

3). Jason 

I know the Pacers paid Tyrese max money, but aren’t we holding his expectations too high? It seems like he’s dropped off playing with pascal and while he has been indecisive too much I think most fans are judging him based on the IST and that’s not who he truly is. What do you think?

4). Kyle Taylor — aka dude knows ball 

How concerned are you about the Pacers continued struggles against zone and Ty being face guarded, even though they’ve seen a lot of it all year? Does this long term weakness mean there’s a clear blueprint to beat Indiana in a playoff setting?

5). DonTrell Bullies 

Do you think De'Aaron Fox is a better fit for what the Pacers want out of their point guard compared to what Haliburton brings?

6). California Bobby 

Do you think Walker should be getting more minutes?

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On today's show, Alex Golden is joined by Mike Facci and special guest...KAMI! The guys discuss the incredible second half from Mathurin, Obi Toppin's brilliant play, the way Thomas Bryant is impacting the game, how the Pacers outlasted the Washington Wizards in a not-so-great game and more! Facci and Kami spend time at the end of the show talking a little WWE and Kami gives us his BEST WWE Promo for WHY Benn Mathurin should be starting...GREAT stuff and a GREAT way to end the first 2/3 of the NBA season.

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Alex Golden and Mike Facci join to recap the Pacers 128-115 loss to the New York Knicks. The guys dive into a ton of stuff that has stood out the last few weeks since Indy returned to Paris, why the Pacers haven't played great in February, Myles Turner sidelined till after the All-Star Break, thoughts on the startling lineup changes, struggles from individual players and more.

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