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Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns

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Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#1 » by boomershadow » Wed Jan 24, 2018 2:40 pm

Funny what a difference a game can make.

After losing two straight games, the Pacers seemed on their way to dropping a third as they travelled to San Antonio to face the Spurs. But Indiana surprised, pulling out a victory to complete a season sweep of San Antonio and cap its five-game road trip with a 3-2 record.

Now the Pacers (25-22) return home to face a Suns (17-30) team that they dominated just 10 days earlier in a 120-97 victory.

Indiana was without starting center Myles Turner for the duration of the road trip, and his absence was felt on defense. Over the course of the five games, Indiana averaged just 2.4 blocks per game, the lowest figure in the NBA in that span.

But even without the blocks, the Pacers' team defense remained strong on the trip, allowing just 99.7 points per 100 possessions, the fifth best mark in the league.


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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#2 » by cruwinas » Wed Jan 24, 2018 3:37 pm

Pacers need to stay focused. Theoretically, it's a sure win, but...

And Pacers, even if they will have no problems with Suns, need to practice their nasty defense. Against Suns it might be not needed, but against other, good teams, or being behind - efficient D is extremely valuable.

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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#3 » by Pacers_Freak » Wed Jan 24, 2018 4:21 pm

Tonight is a scary game IMO. I think the Suns are one of the scary bad teams because they have dudes that can light it up. Add in that we thumped them at their place and a big game coming up on Friday and a lot of recipes to overlook someone are there. Not saying it will happen but just a scary spot against a team that Indy is a lot better than.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#4 » by Jake0890 » Wed Jan 24, 2018 4:31 pm

This game is an opportunity for us to get our confidence back. See some shots go through the rim against a bad defense (that doesn't even try sometimes, really) could go a long way into bringing back Lance's and Bojan's shots.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#5 » by Wizop » Wed Jan 24, 2018 5:55 pm

Pacers_Freak wrote:Tonight is a scary game IMO. I think the Suns are one of the scary bad teams because they have dudes that can light it up. Add in that we thumped them at their place and a big game coming up on Friday and a lot of recipes to overlook someone are there. Not saying it will happen but just a scary spot against a team that Indy is a lot better than.


plus, the first game back after a road trip tends to be tough. win tonight though and in Cleveland Friday, and the race for 3rd will tighten.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#6 » by HurricaneDij25 » Wed Jan 24, 2018 6:33 pm

Trap game.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#8 » by basketballwacko2 » Wed Jan 24, 2018 9:06 pm

Guaranteed win night!!! My Great Nephew Caleb is gonna be in attendance tonight with his Dad, I gave them tickets as a Christmas gifts, so they have to win this one.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#9 » by basketballwacko2 » Wed Jan 24, 2018 9:08 pm

Looks like Sabonis will start, I'd expect Myles to dress but may not play. I'd have him as the emergency center in case of injury or foul trouble, but give him this one off since we should be able to beat these guys, and it's Guaranteed win night anyhow!
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#10 » by Jake0890 » Wed Jan 24, 2018 9:35 pm

Myles has been ruled out.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#11 » by basketballwacko2 » Wed Jan 24, 2018 10:22 pm

Let's hope Turner is good to go on Friday, it would be nice to get a sweep of the Cavs.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#12 » by Wizop » Wed Jan 24, 2018 11:39 pm

DC out. Joe Young starts. Guess will learn more about who is worst point guard in the world, or not.

Trade speculation possible.

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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#13 » by Jake0890 » Wed Jan 24, 2018 11:40 pm

Wizop wrote:DC out. Joe Young starts. Guess will learn more about who is worst point guard in the world, or not.

Trade speculation possible.

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Wait, what? You're telling me they're rolling out Joe Young over Corey Joseph?

EDIT: wow, you're right. I just checked the twitter and for god knows what reason Joe Young is, in fact, starting.
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Post#14 » by Wizop » Wed Jan 24, 2018 11:42 pm

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Wizop wrote:DC out. Joe Young starts. Guess will learn more about who is worst point guard in the world, or not.

Trade speculation possible.

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Wait, what? You're telling me they're rolling out Joe Young over Corey Joseph?
Probably to keep rotations normal.

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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#15 » by Pacersike » Thu Jan 25, 2018 12:07 am

Time to shine Joe Young :)
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#16 » by basketballwacko2 » Thu Jan 25, 2018 12:10 am

Well Joe is big compared to Tyler Ulis.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#17 » by Jake0890 » Thu Jan 25, 2018 12:12 am

Look who's dressed...

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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#18 » by basketballwacko2 » Thu Jan 25, 2018 12:13 am

Maybe they are showcasing Joe for the Kemba Walker trade?
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#19 » by Jake0890 » Thu Jan 25, 2018 12:24 am

As Quinn Buckner pointed out, I really don't like this Joe Young start in light of the fact that Myles isn't there to protect the rim.
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Re: Game Thread 01/24: Pacers vs. Suns 

Post#20 » by cruwinas » Thu Jan 25, 2018 12:30 am

Without DC a little sloppy start, but now everything looks like clicking again.
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