LAS VEGAS — James Wiseman had a top priority when it came to his free agency this offseason: development. The 23-year old has bounced between the Golden State Warriors and Detroit Pistons so far in his short career, and he was a free agent for the first time this offseason.
The Indiana Pacers announced the passing of James, known as Jim, Morris on Saturday. He was 81 years old. Morris was vice chairman of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, and he originally joined the Pacers in 2007.
The NBA announced the groups for the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup on Friday, and the Indiana Pacers are in Eastern Conference Group B. Indiana was last year's Eastern Conference representative during the then-named In-Season Tournament title game.
The Indiana Pacers surpassed any and all expectations of them during the 2023-24 season, making it all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals and even putting up a solid fight against the eventual champion Boston Celtics, contrary to what a sweep would say.
LAS VEGAS — The Indiana Pacers summer league team tipped off play against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night in Cox Pavillion. It was the first chance for the organization to see new draft picks Johnny Fuprhy, Tristen Newton, and Enrique Freeman up close.
INDIANAPOLIS — Last season, Kendall Brown stayed healthy and finally got some chances to show off his game. The 21-year old forward missed significant time during his rookie season with shin issues, but he avoided any issues during year two.
INDIANAPOLIS — Quenton Jackson's stint with the Indiana Pacers last season was short, but it went well enough for the young guard to get a qualifying offer entering the offseason.
The Indiana Pacers took the NBA by storm last season. It started with their run in the In-Season Tournament, which put them firmly on the radar. They carried that momentum into the postseason where, after trading for Toronto’s Pascal Siakam, the Pacers made a run to the Eastern Conference Finals.
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker is about to enter an important second season. His potential is massive, and his ability to reach it could be a defining event of the Pacers current era.
The Indiana Pacers have solidified themselves as contenders for the next several seasons, as they build a core around key superstars. One of those stars is Pascal Siakam, whom the Pacers just locked up with a four-year, $189.5 million contract extension.
After making their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 10 years, the good vibes continue for the Indiana Pacers. Star forward Pascal Siakam re-signed with the club on a king-sized deal, but not without making a funny slip-up in his press conference.
Indiana's style of play is made for a young and explosive big like Wiseman.
James Wiseman is coming off his second season playing for the Detroit Pistons. The former Memphis star finished the year with averages of 7.1 points and 5.3 rebounds per contest while shooting 61.3% from the field in 63 games.
Want to make a run at a ring? The Boston Celtics have a roster spot open.
The 23-year-old was the No. 2 overall pick by the Warriors in the 2020 NBA Draft but has failed to pan out up to this point, especially after a knee injury cost him a key developmental year in 2021-22.
He was a key piece for a Pacers club that advanced all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals this past spring for the first time in a decade.
Pacers center Jalen Smith will attempt to cash in on his career-best season.
The Pacers' postseason success was likely a significant factor in Siakam's decision-making.
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