Tyler Smith

Joined: Jun 6, 2026

Tyler Smith has been covering the Pacers since 2014 for IndySportsLegends.com, the Journal Review (Crawfordsville, IN,) and other various outlets. Born and raised as a Hoosier.

Nov 6, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) and Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) in the second half against the Orlando Magic at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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The center from the Clippers will anchor the starting five, after Indiana's controversial trade

Jun 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward James Johnson (16) reacts after being ejected from the game during the second half of game six of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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The fan favorite will get a shot to play for Indiana again this season

Mar 18, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (40) reacts to a basket in the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Ivica Zubac takes center stage for the Pacers

Feb 19, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Aaron Nesmith (23) and Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) and Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) battle for a rebound during the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

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Aaron Nesmith and Jarace Walker lead the way at the three for Indiana

Jun 11, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the third quarter in game three of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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While many are sleeping on Indiana in the 2026-27 NBA season, someone in Oklahoma City is not

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The Pacers' second-round pick talked to media at the team's charity softball game, and set a course for his first year

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Pacers and Colts players came together for a great cause

Jun 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Reggie Miller hugs Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin (00) after winning game six of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Writers and fans give their opinion on the all-time Indiana Pacers, from Reggie Miller to Tyrese Haliburton

Jan 12, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) celebrates with forward Jarace Walker (5) and forward Pascal Siakam (43) after a basket during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The Pacers will open the 2026-27 season in New Orleans, a soft launch for a season in which they try to get back on track

May 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) and guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) and forward Pascal Siakam (43) celebrate during the second half of game five against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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Opinions vary greatly about how far the Pacers can go in the improved Eastern Conference, against the likes of the Knicks and 76ers and Celtics

Jan 19, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Aaron Nesmith (23) and guard Andrew Nembhard (2) celebrate against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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Aaron Nesmith continues to thrive under the radar for the Pacers, who need his production for a run back to the NBA Finals

Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jalen Slawson (18) celebrates after hitting a three point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The 6'7 wing impressed in summer league

Tyler Smith

Joined: Jun 6, 2026

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Pacers front office expresses no regrets for acquiring Zubac

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Report: James Johnson returning to Pacers on Exhibit-9 deal

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Pacers Positional Season Preview: The Centers

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Pacers Positional Season Preview: The Small Forwards

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One player that will not be overlooking the Pacers this season

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Braden Smith talks improvement and the season ahead

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Tyrese Haliburton puts on charity softball game

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The Top 10 Pacers in their NBA History

What to Know About the Indiana Pacers' 2026-27 Schedule

Assessing the outsider views of Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers

The most overlooked player on the Pacers

Pacers agree to two-way deal with Jalen Slawson