Alex's NBA Mock Draft: Pacers Win the NBA Draft Lottery but Trade OUT of the No. 1 overall spot!

The streak is finally over.

The Indiana Pacers snap their franchise-worst 16-game losing streak, thanks to a dominant 37-point performance from Pascal Siakam, who continues to shine despite a challenging season for the team.

Alex and Facci break down what went right in the win, how Siakam took control of the game, and whether this performance can carry momentum into the final stretch of the season.

Then, the guys shift gears to the future as we dive into Alex's latest Mock Draft for Sports Illustrated, walking through key selections, potential fits for Indiana, and how the draft board could shake out depending on lottery position.

A long-awaited win… and a look ahead at what’s next for the Pacers.

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On this episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci dive into a massive shift for the Pacers.

Ivica Zubac is out for the season, and the guys discuss what this means for Indiana’s short-term outlook and long-term plans at the center position.

Then, they turn their attention to the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament, where the top 3 draft prospects delivered big-time performances. Who stood out? And which of the 3 could realistically fit what Indiana needs?

The conversation also shifts to roster-building philosophy, specifically how the Pacers have historically navigated overpaying at the center position.

And finally, things get a little heated...The guys react to recent comments from Myles Turner, sharing their thoughts on his perspective and why his words about Indiana raised some eyebrows. Especially calling Indiana a city...

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On this episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci take a step back to look at the bigger picture.

What’s the right way to build an NBA team?

The guys dive into the idea of “Built vs Bought”, using the Pacers as a case study to examine how Indiana has constructed its roster — through development, trades and patience — rather than chasing stars in free agency.

They discuss:

• How the Pacers have built their current core
• Whether there’s a true “right” or “wrong” way to team build
• How Indiana’s approach compares to teams that buy talent through trades or free agency
• And what strategy gives teams the best chance to sustain success

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