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NBA news digest: Head coach movement, injury updates and more as playoffs inbound

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Mere moments after the Lakers’ season-ending overtime win vs. the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night, news leaked surrounding Frank Vogel’s impending sacking – just 18 months after leading LA to a title following another injury-hit campaign. Alvin Gentry won’t remain Sacramento’s head coach, while there are updates on Luka Doncic (calf) and Gregg Popovich among others. Continue reading “NBA news digest: Head coach movement, injury updates and more as playoffs inbound”

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Tyrese Haliburton is point guard of our future, says Pacers’ president Kevin Pritchard

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers dribbles the ball in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February...

After being involved in a surprising Domantas Sabonis trade package which sent him to the Indiana Pacers midweek, surging young guard Tyrese Haliburton – who finished third in Rookie of the Year voting last term – has been hailed as their key franchise building block.
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As rumours continue, All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis wants out of Indiana

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As speculation continues rumbling about the Indiana Pacers’ desired long-term direction, their two-time All-Star power forward Domantas Sabonis reportedly wants a change of scenery in 2022. Sacramento and Phoenix have been previously linked with a possible trade deal, while the league-leading Golden State Warriors are among interested suitors for the 25-year-old. Continue reading “As rumours continue, All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis wants out of Indiana”

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NBA Previews: Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers entertain Dallas Mavericks

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Two more NBA match previews as the Philadelphia 76ers (9-5) attempt to bounce back from their narrow defeat in Memphis against Eastern Conference rivals Boston (8-4), while the Indiana Pacers continue life without Victor Oladipo, hosting Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks, who have been unpredictable to start the regular season. Which sides will prevail? Continue reading “NBA Previews: Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers entertain Dallas Mavericks”

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NBA Previews: Pacers-Cavaliers, Wizards-Bulls and Magic-76ers on New Year’s Eve

3 observations: Joel Embiid heroics pushes Sixers past Raptors at home

Read on for three NBA previews ahead of New Year’s Eve, as the 2020-21 season continues. Philadelphia will hope for another big performance by their star center Joel Embiid away to the unbeaten Orlando Magic (4-0), while Indiana and Washington target responses after suffering preventable defeats in their respective games against the Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls next. Continue reading “NBA Previews: Pacers-Cavaliers, Wizards-Bulls and Magic-76ers on New Year’s Eve”

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NBA Playoff Previews: Thunder-Rockets, Heat-Pacers as First Round intensifies

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Two match previews as the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to level their intriguing matchup against the Houston Rockets after winning an overtime thriller in Game 3 this past weekend, before an impressive Miami Heat team target a record-breaking series sweep at Indiana Pacers’ expense later on tonight. Who will win? Continue reading “NBA Playoff Previews: Thunder-Rockets, Heat-Pacers as First Round intensifies”

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Victor Oladipo will opt out of Orlando resumption, to prepare for 20-21 season

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Pacers’ All-Star Victor Oladipo has taken the difficult decision to sit out of this summer’s resumed NBA season in Orlando later this month. The 28-year-old guard confirmed he’ll travel with the team but take time to prepare for 2020-21, having played just 13 games after returning from a serious ACL injury this year.  Continue reading “Victor Oladipo will opt out of Orlando resumption, to prepare for 20-21 season”

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Pacers, Oladipo’s $80m extension talks reached impasse before 19-20 season

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Victor Oladipo’s contract continues to creep up on the Indiana Pacers and the two sides discussed a four-year, $80m extension before this 2019-20 season began – talks which didn’t go far. A number of teams are said to be monitoring his situation.

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Victor Oladipo, Zion Williamson set for exciting returns before January ends

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Indiana Pacers’ Victor Oladipo and Pelicans’ number one pick Zion Williamson are both expected to make their season debuts before January is over, as they look to boost their respective teams’ postseason hopes in contrasting conferences… Continue reading “Victor Oladipo, Zion Williamson set for exciting returns before January ends”

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Victor Oladipo believes Indiana Pacers can be special next season

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Indiana Pacers All-Star guard Oladipo has revealed his belief they can improve after an encouraging showing in 2018/19, especially once fully recovered from the torn quadriceps tendon he suffered in January with new faces as part of the roster. Continue reading “Victor Oladipo believes Indiana Pacers can be special next season”