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Former President Barack Obama joined NBC for a four-minute interview with Reggie Miller at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, joking that he enjoyed watching Chicago beat Indiana and ribbing Miller about a famous late-game push-off in a light-hearted exchange during the All-Star break.
Indiana trades Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, two first-round picks (one 2026 protected 1-4 and 10-30; if not conveyed, an unprotected 2031 first) and a 2029 unprotected first, plus a second, to the Clippers to land Ivica Zubac and Kobe Brown. The move gives Indiana a much-needed center upgrade ahead of Tyrese Haliburton’s return, while Zubac (under contract through 2027-28) averages about 14.4 points and 11.0 rebounds this season and Mathurin is set to be an RFA this offseason.
Jaylen Brown scored 30 points and the Celtics made 20 three-pointers to beat the Pacers 140-122, extending their winning streak to four games.
The Indiana Pacers are waiving guard Mac McClung and signing veteran Monte Morris to help address their injury-ravaged roster, which has significantly impacted their performance this season.
Giannis Antetounkounmpo hit a buzzer-beating jumper to give the Bucks a 117-115 win over the Pacers, in a close game marked by Myles Turner's debut with Milwaukee and strong performances from Pascal Siakam and Isaiah Jackson.
Giannis Antetokounmpo hit a buzzer-beater to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 117-115 victory over the Indiana Pacers, with notable performances from Antetokounmpo, Pascal Siakam, and Myles Turner, in a closely contested game that featured Turner playing for the Bucks after signing as a free agent.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a career-high 55 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a double-overtime victory over the Indiana Pacers in a rematch of last season's NBA Finals, amidst league-wide issues including an FBI investigation into illegal betting.
The San Antonio Spurs finished their preseason undefeated at 5-0 with a 133-104 win over the Indiana Pacers, showcasing depth and promising performances from players like Carter Bryant and Victor Wembanyama, despite some early defensive struggles and turnovers. The game featured strategic resting of starters, impressive bench contributions, and highlighted areas for improvement as the regular season approaches.
Giannis Antetokounmpo indicated he 'probably' plans to stay with the Milwaukee Bucks, while Myles Turner expressed love for Indiana after his trade, and other Central Division players like Chaz Lanier and Ron Holland discussed their rookie seasons and aspirations for improvement.
Tyrese Haliburton will miss the entire next NBA season due to a torn Achilles, with Pacers president Kevin Pritchard emphasizing the importance of his full recovery over immediate return, and the team planning to re-sign center James Wiseman as a reserve.
The Indiana Pacers, having lost key players in free agency, are interested in former second overall pick James Wiseman, who is working on an NBA comeback after injuries and a trade, as part of their rebuilding efforts for the upcoming season.
Tyrese Haliburton tore his right Achilles tendon during the NBA finals, a serious injury that may sideline him for 8-10 months, but he remains optimistic about returning stronger and is committed to fighting through the recovery to continue his career.
Game 7 of the Thunder-Pacers series was the most-watched NBA Finals game since 2019, with over 16 million viewers on ABC and ESPN+, highlighting the significance of decisive games in sports viewership. The series averaged around 10.3 million viewers, slightly down from last year's shorter series, and the NBA's overall playoff viewership increased by 10% compared to 2024. The league is set to renew and expand its broadcasting partnerships in the upcoming seasons.
The Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Pacers and Thunder was the most-watched NBA game in six years, peaking at 19.3 million viewers, despite lower overall ratings for the series, which was affected by small-market teams and the absence of superstar players.
Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton tore his Achilles in Game 7 of the NBA finals, casting doubt on his next season as recovery could take 8-10 months, similar to other recent high-profile injuries in the league.