Alex Golden and Mike Facci are back to react to the latest comments from Chad Buchanan regarding the Indiana Pacers' offseason plans.

The guys discuss Buchanan's thoughts on free agency, the selection of Braden Smith, and what the front office's comments reveal about the team's approach moving forward.

Topics include:

• What Buchanan had to say about the Pacers' free agency plans
• Why Indiana targeted Braden Smith in the second round
• How the Pacers plan to replace the value of the lost No. 5 overall pick
• Whether the front office's stated contingency plan should lead to meaningful roster improvements
• Why Alex and Facci believe upgrading the bench should be a top priority
• How disappointed they would be if Indiana doesn't make a significant addition this offseason

After previously stating they had a contingency plan in place if their protected first-round pick conveyed, the pressure is now on for the Pacers' front office to deliver. Alex and Facci break down what success should look like this offseason and what moves Indiana needs to make to remain among the Eastern Conference contenders.

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What a night! On this episode, Casey once again hosts alongside guest John Richardson of Pacers: Beyond the Buzzer as they discuss the drama-filled Fever loss to the Phoenix Mercury..

First, the guys discuss the horrendous officiating woes of rhe WNBA through the lens of Caitlin Clark and Coach Stephanie White's post-game rant. The topic shifts to consistency as they point out the extent to which the second half officiating felt different from the first.

However, this does not absolve the Fever of this loss as Casey and John detail the turnover and ball movement woes that ultimately led to a loss in a game that, officiating aside, the Fever should have won.

Finally, the guys take a field trip away from the Fever negativity as they discuss the Pacers' acquisition of Braden Smith, which took place DURING the Fever game (so we're allowed to talk about it).

An overall frustrating day but a fun episode full of catharsis!

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Mike Facci is joined by Kyle Taylor for a jam-packed offseason episode reacting to the latest NBA news and discussing what it all means for the Indiana Pacers.

The guys briefly discuss Indiana's selection of Braden Smith before shifting their attention to the flurry of moves around the league that continue to reshape the Eastern Conference.

Topics include:

• The Charlotte Hornets making another significant move and what it means for their future
• Why the Detroit Pistons appear to be clearing cap space for a potentially major addition
• How the latest transactions impact the Eastern Conference hierarchy
• Whether the Pacers are under pressure to make a move of their own to keep pace with the rest of the conference
• What Indiana's front office should prioritize as free agency approaches

With rivals making aggressive moves and the East continuing to evolve, Facci and Kyle discuss whether the Pacers should stay patient or respond with a significant move of their own in another fun offseason edition of Setting The Pace.

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