Alex Golden

Alex Golden

Joined: Jan 6, 2026

I was born in Indianapolis, Indiana and I am the host and creator of Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast. I have been covering the team since 2015, and talking about them on the podcast since 2018. I have been a credentialed media member since 2023.

Oct 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Indiana Pacers Braden Smith (3) drives to the basket against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Oct 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) is introduced before the game wearing his old number (22) from his time on the Iowa State Cyclones before their game with the Minnesota Timberwolves at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Tyrese Haliburton approaching the team plane before their trip to Ames, Iowa

Mar 17, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) drives to the basket as Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) plays defense in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Mar 15, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Kobe Brown (24) looks for a shot against Milwaukee Bucks center Jericho Sims (00) in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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A look at how these players can make the most of a bigger opportunity.

Nov 25, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) holds back guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) in the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

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Rick Carlisle not sure if backup guards will play in Pacers' first preseason game

Jan 30, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) drives into Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) in the first quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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History shows that Pacers big man has had his hands full against these opponents...

Kelly Oubre Jr. throws down a slam dunk at the Pacers Fan Jam.

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The newly acquired forward and center stood out in today's intrasquad scrimmage.

Zubac (left) and Sheppard (right) answer questions at Pacers Training Camp practice.

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Ivica Zubac, Ben Sheppard and Lloyd Pierce share their thoughts on training camp thus far.

Ben Sheppard (left) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (right) captured on court together at Pacers practice.

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Jay Huff, Kelly Oubre Jr. and Rick Carlisle share insight how things are going so far.

Sep 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers center Jay Huff (32) poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Training camp photos provided a few clues about Rick Carlisle’s potential lineup combinations.

Sep 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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A pivotal season lies ahead for the Pacers fourth year wing, as the 2026-27 season is set to begin

Tyrese Haliburton talks with Ivica Zubac during day two of Pacers Training Camp.

The starters and Kelly Oubre Jr. impress in day two of training camp, Braden Smith turning heads.

Sep 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (22) poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Indiana's pace, depth and conditioning caught Nance's attention

Injury news, Haliburton's health and Walker's new role...

Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Indiana Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle watches his offense during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Carlisle discussed Haliburton’s return, new additions and Indiana’s championship aspirations this season.