All of the emotions expected in the highly anticipated matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and Indiana Pacers fell by the wayside Friday when it was announced that Pacers coach Rick Carlisle tested positive for COVID-19.
Because of the positive test, the Pacers said Carlisle would miss multiple games. And that included Friday’s game against the Mavs, who he coached the previous 13 seasons and led to a championship in 2011.
Pacers assistant coach Lloyd Pierce handled the Pacers’ head coach duties against the Mavs on Friday and provided a medical update on Carlisle.
“He said he’s feeling better,” Pierce said.