The Los Angeles Clippers appear to have found a valuable addition in Bennedict Mathurin following the trade that sent big man Ivica Zubac to Indiana Pacers. Since arriving in Los …
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NBA Pushes Back On Rick Carlisle, Calls Pacers Fine Process “Inaccurate”
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe NBA has formally responded to Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle’s recent criticism of the league’s $100,000 fine against the franchise, calling Carlisle’s characterization of the investigative process “inaccurate” and …
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Rick Carlisle Calls NBA Fine “Shocking” And “Unbelievable,” Cites Aaron Nesmith Injury Handling
by Len Werleby Len WerleIndiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle has publicly detailed his frustration with the NBA’s recent $100,000 fine of the franchise, saying he was “shocked” by how the league handled its review …
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“Weird Selfies”: DeMarcus Cousins Recounts Rick Carlisle’s Unusual Recruiting Pitch
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasIn the NBA, recruiting is usually a practiced language. It’s calls through agents, carefully worded texts, a dinner, a pitch deck disguised as “basketball talk.” Sometimes it’s teammates doing the …
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Rick Carlisle Reaches 1,000 Wins, Joining The NBA’s Coaching Inner Circle
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasOn Thursday night, Rick Carlisle earned the round-number milestone that confirms both longevity and excellence. With Indiana’s 114–112 win over the Charlotte Hornets, he became the 11th head coach in …
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Rick Carlisle Signs Multiyear Extension With Pacers After Historic NBA Finals Run
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe Indiana Pacers have officially locked in their head coach for the foreseeable future. Rick Carlisle, the architect behind the franchise’s stunning rise to the 2025 NBA Finals, has signed …
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Rick Carlisle Declares Depth Over Stardom When It Comes To Team Building
by Len Werleby Len WerleIndiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle is challenging the NBA’s long-standing blueprint for success. In a recent interview, Carlisle made it clear that in today’s league, roster depth matters more …
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Tyrese Haliburton Vows To Play Through Injury: “If I Can Walk, I Want To Play”
by Len Werleby Len WerleWith the Indiana Pacers facing elimination in the 2025 NBA Finals, star guard Tyrese Haliburton made one thing clear after a painful Game 5 performance: he’s not going down without …
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Rick Carlisle Praises T.J. McConnell’s “Competitive Will” After Game 3 Victory
The Indiana Pacers secured a crucial 116-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, taking a 2-1 series lead. While Bennedict Mathurin’s 27-point explosion …
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Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle took a moment during his Game 1 pregame press conference to address an issue unrelated to basketball strategy—but deeply important to the sport. Carlisle …
