r/pacers • • 13h ago

Game Thread Game Thread: Indiana Pacers (0-0) @ New Orleans Pelicans (0-0), October 21st, 2026 8:00 PM

142 Upvotes

Game Preview

Pacers Odds: -3.5, ML -154, o/u 239.5

TV: DAZN

Projected Starters

Pacers

  • PG - Tyrese Haliburton
  • SG - Andrew Nembhard
  • SF -  Kelly Oubre Jr.
  • PF - Pascal Siakam
  • C - Ivica Zubac

Pelicans

  • PG - Dejounte Murray
  • SG - Trey Murphy III
  • SF - Herbert Jones
  • PF - Zion Williamson
  • C - Ives Missi

Injuries

Pacers

  • Johnny Furphy - out (right ACL repair/surgery)
  • T.J. McConnell - out (right hamstring strain)
  • Aaron Nesmith - out (left hamstring strain)

Pelicans

  • None

r/pacers • • 2h ago

Discussion DAZN crapping out during pregame

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11 Upvotes

Is anyone else having issues with DAZN crapping out during the pregame?

I watched all of the preseason games with virtually no issues. But tonight, the pregame feed keeps disconnecting. Anyone else encountering the same issue?


r/pacers • • 4h ago

Images My wife made me a pacers bong

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265 Upvotes

Idk what to do with it, could be fun to rip a bowl for every pacers win, thoughts?


r/pacers • • 2h ago

Images We here. Fuck the NBA

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165 Upvotes

r/pacers • • 3h ago

Images Hali with the HHH fit

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114 Upvotes

The King of Kings has returned. Time to play the game


r/pacers • • 9h ago

Meme IT'S GAMEEEDDDAAAYYY!!! How hyped are you about the new season?

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218 Upvotes

r/pacers • • 1h ago

Highlights [Highlight] Hali's First Bucket in his return

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r/pacers • • 3h ago

Images Opening night is a gold out!

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31 Upvotes

How do you feel about the shirts being handed out? Notice the net is shaped like Indiana, 10/10 on the design from me!


r/pacers • • 4h ago

Discussion Is it just me or are we getting a lot of respect from the media?

35 Upvotes

Bill Simmons saying he’s all in on us, Zach Lowe being super high on us, same for Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on national tv, Kendrick Perkins apologizing to Hali and endorsing him… I’ve seen a lot of podcasters saying we can surprise people too..

It feels weird, I don’t remember the pacers getting this much respect in the last 10 years.


r/pacers • • 13h ago

Quality Content Season starts today. NO VOODOO PLEASE, MR SILVER.

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129 Upvotes

I MADE THIS. IT IS DOPE AND ONE OF MY FAVORITES.


r/pacers • • 2h ago

Discussion Can’t watch Pacers pre-game show on NBA League Pass? How lame

6 Upvotes

I moved to Chicago and wanted to watch my Pacers all season long so I bought League Pass for the first time. I’m deeply disappointed that I won’t be able to watch the DAZN pregame show before each game. Why doesn’t the NBA include this?

Is there any other way for me to watch the pregame show with JJ, QB, etc while living out-of-market?


r/pacers • • 8h ago

Discussion How often do jerseys go on sale?

7 Upvotes

I wanna get a nesmith and a siakam jersey from pacersteamstore site. How likely are those to go on sale this season, and if so when do they usually?


r/pacers • • 23h ago

Discussion These are the defending champions?

89 Upvotes

The constant foul baiting at the end was hilarious. Can't wait for ethical hoops tomorrow.


r/pacers • • 23m ago

Discussion DAZN PSA

• Upvotes

If you signed up for the non-premium DAZN option while it was discounted and regretted not going with the premium subscription, you can upgrade online (not in the mobile app) for $20. I was glad I checked so I can watch on my phone when I have to let the dog out 😂


r/pacers • • 13h ago

Discussion Friday night

8 Upvotes

Yo so pre season game he got a much louder ovation than anyone else but are we planning on chanting anything for our kings return Friday night at the fieldhouse? MVP of Hali or whatever?


r/pacers • • 1d ago

News Nesmith, McConnell and Furphy to miss season opener in New Orleans

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108 Upvotes

Injury Report for tomorrow's game in New Orleans:

Johnny Furphy - Out (right ACL repair/surgery)
T.J. McConnell - Out (right hamstring strain)
Aaron Nesmith - Out (left hamstring strain)

Source: Pacers


r/pacers • • 9h ago

Discussion Anyone know of any good deals/promos for League Pass this year?

2 Upvotes

I’ve done single team LP in the past since I’m out of market, and that’s perfect for me. Unfortunately, full price isn’t in the budget right now. Anyone know of any good deals or promos out in the wild? (I know DraftKings is running a promo now, but I cannot abide anything that gives them money. I’m otherwise open to ideas.)

I anticipate what some people are going to say to do. To them, I say that during the years I haven’t done LP I’ve used alternative streaming methods. I just get tired of constantly trying to find working streams and staying ahead of those that get too popular and then start having issues.

I can’t be the only Pacers fan that would love to have this info, so for all of us I say thank you! I’m looking forward to seeing every game this year, starting tonight and ending when they lift the trophy next summer!


r/pacers • • 1d ago

Discussion Probably the best screener in the NBA

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138 Upvotes

"Asked about what the ‘26-27 preseason had been like, with Haliburton coming in healthy, bulked up, and lasered in on championship aspirations, Nesmith focused on the impact of their returning center. “It’s been fun getting back in the groove of playing with our unit out there, finding our spots together, just utilizing Zu in the paint. He’s probably the best screener in the NBA, he gets everyone so open. He knows how to roll, he knows when to hold, he knows how to get out fast. It’s a game changer. Space, he gives you more space to drive with, he has a lot of volume. When he rolls people have to shift to him, it allows for wide open threes in the corner. He’s a good passer, knows where everyone’s supposed to be, if your open he’ll find you.”

Just added the above as a closing paragraph to "Big Zu's Throw End Theory." It's from Aaron's presser, he is good at distilling things to the essence, it perfectly encapsulates the intangibles Zubac brings. Also Zubac was a No Dunk pick for under-the-radar player who will have a big impact, for his offensive rebound "crash the glass" abilities.


r/pacers • • 1d ago

Discussion Whos all going this friday

38 Upvotes

Whos all going this Friday to the home game against Mavs game? Should be a cool game with kyrie coming back along with Hali.


r/pacers • • 2h ago

Discussion Local Fans should Protest the Away Games!

0 Upvotes

Why the HELL is this game not on a local channel?

Do you not want your local fans to watch the game?

No, I don't want to download and pay for yet another app.

and yes, I have league pass and it's not available there.


r/pacers • • 1d ago

Discussion How much longer will prime Spicy P last?

29 Upvotes

Thinking about the new season and I know Pascal is the only one of the core on the older side. Seriously love him and his game and would like for him to retire here, but he’s the only one with a window I worry/think about.

With his play style not being as reliant on athleticism, and his overall skills with his nice touch and good post moves/shot creating ability, I think his prime will last awhile longer, arguably next 4 years or so. Career spans have really changed the past couple years and if he wants to I can see him playing until he’s 40.


r/pacers • • 22h ago

Discussion Pacers Season Win Total Over/Under Predictions

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5 Upvotes

42.5, that's insanely low (up to 44.5 now but still!)


r/pacers • • 1d ago

Discussion How has your life improved since June 23, 2025?

28 Upvotes

I know we were at our lowest on June 22, 2025, but it was the opportunity to lock in and focus. So in that time, what has happened in your life where you made improvements?

I'll start. I passed my 6 architectural exams and got my license and I closed on a house.


r/pacers • • 1d ago

Misleading This has to be rage bait, right?

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128 Upvotes

If you click on the name Thilo Widder, it says they joined the website on July 12th of this year. Describing Obi Toppin as "truly disappointing" in 4 preseason games warrants a real question. Who the fuck is Thilo Widder and who approved this garbage article?


r/pacers • • 2d ago

Images Welcoming Tsunami Papi to the squad 🌊🎸

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113 Upvotes