Tyrese Haliburton is BACK. For the first time since his devastating Achilles injury in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, Haliburton returned to Oklahoma City. And what a return it was.

24 POINTS. 18 MINUTES. 4-OF-6 FROM DEEP.

Brad and Ryan break down an electric performance in Indiana’s third preseason matchup. Three-point shooting, midrange jumpers, aggressive drives, left-handed finishes, and even a couple of blocks. Tyrese looked every bit like himself again. His chemistry with Ivica Zubac took a noticeable leap from the preseason opener, with Zubac showcasing the physicality and interior presence Indiana has been missing. A 13-point, 13-rebound, 5-assist performance in just 18 minutes says it all. It was an emotional return to the arena where it all ended, and a glimpse of what might have been in Game 7. It’s only preseason, but Tyrese looks like Tyrese, Zubac looks like the real deal, and the Pacers are giving us plenty of reasons to believe.

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THE SHOT. THE MOMENT. THE MAGIC.

As the Indiana Pacers return to Oklahoma City for preseason action, we’re turning back the clock to one of the greatest moments in franchise history.

Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Down to the wire. On the road in OKC. And Tyrese Haliburton delivers ANOTHER unforgettable game-winner to stun the Thunder and send Pacers Nation into absolute pandemonium.

Today, we’re RERACKING our original Game 1 reaction episode to relive the emotion, disbelief and pure joy of that incredible night.

For the longest time, this was our most-downloaded episode ever. And while our audience has continued to grow beyond it (THANK YOU, Pacers Nation! ), it remains one of our all-time favorites.

With a new season approaching, what better way to start channeling those championship vibes than revisiting the night Indiana shocked the basketball world?

Same energy. Same belief. Unfinished business.

Enjoy the throwback, and we’ll be back tomorrow with a brand-new reaction episode following the Pacers’ preseason matchup in Oklahoma City!

LET’S GO PACERS!

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No Tyrese Haliburton, but plenty to like from the Pacers’ second preseason outing! Tyrese sits with a minor ankle tweak as Indiana falls to Atlanta by just two points in a game that featured plenty of encouraging performances.Brad and Ryan break down the biggest takeaways from Gainbridge Fieldhouse:

OBI TOPPIN SHINES! Highlight-reel plays and the explosive energy we’ve come to expect.

JARACE WALKER KEEPS IMPRESSING! Another poised performance, leading the team in rebounds and making his presence felt defensively. Is Jarace becoming the biggest story of the preseason?

KELLY OUBRE JR. SETTLES IN! Encouraging signs as Oubre finds his place within Indiana’s rotation.

MORE TO COME FROM ZUBAC! The big man continues adjusting to Indiana’s system, while Larry Nance Jr.’s first preseason action introduces an interesting wrinkle to the center rotation.

The Pacers may have come up short on the scoreboard, but the depth, versatility and early chemistry continue to impress.

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472 days. One unforgettable return. Pacers basketball is BACK. The Indiana Pacers kicked off their preseason in storybook fashion at Iowa State, Tyrese Haliburton’s alma mater, marking his long-awaited return to the court after 472 days. And while it wasn’t a perfect night, it damn near felt like one. Brad and Ryan break down Indiana’s preseason-opening victory, starting with Tyrese back where he belongs — running the Pacers offense. The starting unit found its rhythm late in the first half, piling up an incredible 22 assists on 25 made baskets. But while Tyrese was the headline, Jarace Walker stole the show, dishing out 10 assists in just 28 minutes, including an outrageous off-the-backboard dime to Jay Huff that looked straight out of Haliburton’s playbook. The Pacers got the win, both units showed plenty of promise, and a special night in Ames delivered everything fans had been waiting for. The wait is over. The comeback is underway. Pacers basketball is officially BACK.

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The future of the NBA might already be here. Ahead of the Pacers and Timberwolves meeting in preseason action at Iowa State, Brad and Ryan rank their Top 6 NBA players age 26 or younger — a list featuring two of the biggest stars taking the floor in Ames: Tyrese Haliburton and Anthony Edwards. But where do they rank among the league’s best young superstars? We debate a loaded group of players who aren’t just positioned to become the future faces of the NBA — many of them are already defining the league right now. Who would you build a franchise around? Who has the highest ceiling? Where do Ant and Hali belong? And is the No. 1 player on our list not just the best player 26 or younger… but potentially the best basketball player on the planet, period? The future — and maybe the present — of the NBA is here.

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We’re kicking off our Pacers Positional Preview Series with the group that underwent the biggest transformation this past year: the centers. Ivica Zubac. Jay Huff. Larry Nance Jr. Indiana enters the season with an almost completely new-look center rotation — and arguably the position group with the most to prove. Brad and Ryan break down what to expect from each: Ivica Zubac — What does a true physical presence at the five unlock for Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers offense? We talk expectations, projected production and how his game could evolve in Indiana. Jay Huff — Shooting, rim protection and a completely different look behind Zubac. How big of a role can Huff carve out this season? Larry Nance Jr. — The newest addition to the roster brings experience, versatility and another option for Rick Carlisle. Where does he fit into the rotation? We dive into projected roles and numbers, lineup possibilities, strengths, concerns and what success looks like for each player. It’s the newest position group on the Pacers roster — and maybe the one with the most to prove.

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Pacers basketball is officially BACK. Brad and Ryan are reacting to everything they saw at Pacers Fan Jam, including the moment everyone in Gainbridge Fieldhouse had been waiting for: Tyrese Haliburton back on an NBA court. For the first time since tearing his Achilles in the 2025 NBA Finals, Hali was back in front of Pacers fans — moving well, looking comfortable and giving us our first live glimpse of the comeback we’ve been waiting more than a year to see. And Tyrese wasn’t the only reason to leave Fan Jam excited. Kelly Oubre Jr. brought exactly the kind of energy we hoped to see, Ivica Zubac gave fans their first look at a completely different presence at the five, Braden Smith showed that he belonged on an NBA court, and Indiana’s new-look roster finally got to share the floor in front of Pacers fans. Plus, we talk about another first-class Fan Jam experience from the Pacers and the energy inside Gainbridge as Indianapolis gets ready for another season of basketball. Training camp is underway. Preseason starts this week. And the Tyrese Haliburton comeback tour has officially begun.

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The Pacers are only a few days into training camp, but we’re already getting our first glimpse at what this new-look roster could become. Brad and Ryan break down the early notes from camp, starting with a bigger, longer and more versatile second unit — and why Indiana may somehow remain one of the deepest teams in the NBA despite all the changes this offseason. Then, it’s time to talk Ivica Zubac. Early reports about his conditioning have been encouraging, we’re seeing his ability to run the floor and finish alongside Indiana’s guards, and training camp footage even gave us a little glimpse of something unexpected…Are we getting Zubac threes?! We also dive into Braden Smith reportedly adding 15 pounds of muscle, what that could mean for his role and development this season, and how he fits into an increasingly competitive Pacers rotation. Finally, we look ahead to a loaded October for The Pacers Post Up and everything we have planned as we count down to Opening Night on October 21. Training camp is underway. The roster is taking shape. Pacers basketball is almost here.

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