Comments on: The Pacers Will Have a Good Season, But There Are Real Reasons for Pessimism

By: Lance Stephenson Has Been in All of Indiana’s Best Lineups | 8 Points, 9 Seconds

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:27:23 +0000

[...] in terms of the best five-man units. In fact, once George Hill started running the point, it was the best-performing five-man unit in the entire NBA (among lineups that played at least 200 [...]

By: Why Can’t the Pacers Score? Breaking Down a Broke-Down Offense | 8 Points, 9 Seconds

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 21:50:02 +0000

[...] with four capable scorers in its starting lineup put any points on the board? How is that a team whose starting unit(s) produced some of the best numbers in the league last year get so, so, so very bad just by losing Danny Granger, who hasn’t made an All-Star team since [...]

By: BenJW

BenJW — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 17:26:00 +0000

Not sure how having Ray Allen will cause James to drive LESS frequently. Logic says he should drive every time, either finishing or dishing to Allen for 3.

By: FreeAgentID

FreeAgentID — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 01:36:49 +0000

First, the Pacers bench is totally different this year, except for Hansbrough.
I get it Micky.
But, I think the Pacers will have a very good year.
Go Pacers!

By: Jack

Jack — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 12:49:25 +0000

granger is “shipped”?? go away

By: Brandon

Brandon — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 05:46:52 +0000

Paul George won’t reach his potential until he’s moved to his natural SF position and Granger is shipped.

By: Hoosier

Hoosier — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 01:28:17 +0000

Really, Adam? Woodrow Wilson? You can compare basketball games to War? Have you served? Have you lost family members? Friends? Do you really think your opinion matters to anyone except yourself? Find a better way to be a fan.

By: Adam No Regard

Adam No Regard — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 19:27:12 +0000

With this much pessimism, maybe you should try moving to NY and rooting for the Knicks, Mets, and Jets. It’s a great time! ;-)

Seriously, though, I don’t think there’s any reason to worry about this team’s growth in the necessary areas, and Augustin is a really nice addition, IMO. As for health…well, crossed fingers and toes it is, I suppose.

I wrote a Pacers preview over at No Regard for Human Life, and gave them a presidential match of Woodrow Wilson. Would love to hear some of your thoughts in the comments section over there:

http://www.noregard.net/2012/10/no-regard-presidential-previews-indiana.html

By: Jack

Jack — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 18:32:46 +0000

Nate,

Here are a few things to consider about the playoff series against the Heat last season:

1. Wade played off his ass in Game 4. He made everything he threw up. The dude was on fire. If it weren’t for that, Pacers would’ve won Game 4.

2. As the series progressed, it became increasingly clear that what hurt the Pacers was our bench. Our starting lineup not only played well together, but actually outplayed the Heat’s starters for most of the series. It remains to be seen exactly how improved our bench is after the offseason acquisitions.

3. Ray Allen won’t make a big difference. Remember how detrimental Shane Battier was to the Pacers? Why should I worry more about Ray Allen after Battier hit big 3 after big 3 against us last season? Moreover, I’ll be pretty happy with any defensive possession in which Lebron doesn’t drive to the hoop. That’s how the Heat beat us. And with Allen on the team, LBJ will be driving slightly less frequently.

4. Don’t predict a Pacers loss to the Celtics. That shows ignorance as a basketball fan.

By: Ronal Eugene is Right!!!

Ronal Eugene is Right!!! — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 15:01:12 +0000

This article and completely ignoring training camp amd preseason are giving me real reasons for pessimism about this site. I understood the lack of activity during the summer, but there is plenty to talk about now.

Last night’s game was awful, but with 3 starters out you knew it would be. DJ looked good. His defense is as bad as advertised, but he has a good 3 point shot and did a good job creating. He would have had a lot of assists if anyone on the team could hit a jump shot. Mahimni looked good, very athletic and a decent mid range jumper huge upgrade. Lance was too reckless but there was obvious improvement. Sam Young looked pretty good too. Hansbrough being outplayed by Pendergraph isn’t a good sign. He could easily be out of the rotation by January. Gerald Green did not look very good, but he hustles and has crazy athleticism. He seemed kind of nervous so hopefully he plays better in the backup role.