Pacers at the midpoint, team notes, and IU football playing for an undefeated title

Pacers at the midpoint, team notes, and IU football playing for an undefeated title

From Fieldhouse Files: Scott Agness on the Indiana Pacers by Scott Agness

January 16, 2026 · 1h 0m

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This episode discusses the Indiana Pacers' season turnaround, Rick Carlisle's milestone win, and updates on IU football.

On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, after a gloomy start, the Pacers went on their first win streak, and went 3-1 on a homestand before heading on the road. Rick Carlisle celebrated his 1,000th career win at last, news with the Boom and Pacers Sports & Entertainment. And then, I’ve got to talk IU football before leaving for the national title game Among the items discussed on this episode: Pacers reached the midpoint of the season amid a turnaround, going 3–1 on a homestand and winning four of five games after a historically poor 6–31 start that included a franchise-record 13-game losing streak. Carlisle earned career win No. 1,000 in Charlotte, a milestone reached during a season defined by constant roster churn, shifting rotations, and tactical experimentation. An uptick in defense, including a quick, low-foul game against Boston (14 combined fouls) and “illegal screen.” Pascal Siakam’s All-Star candidacy. Trade-deadline discussion — and why it shouldn’t be assumed Bennedict Mathurin is on the way out. Updates on the Boom: Kyle Guy heading to China, Cody Martin acquired, Ethan Thompson shines, and a schedule adjustment. A Ritz-Carlton coming to Indy? A closing…

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