Change is never easy to implement and requires leadership which seems to be missing with the Pacers as they try to implement a small-ball style of play.
Major organizational change is a challenge to implement under any circumstances.
When faced with strong egos and external scrutiny, the challenge is magnified, requiring a strong plan and an even stronger leadership hand to navigate the inherent turbulence created by change.
Paul George was in town working out to prepare for the season at least six weeks prior to the start of training camp. The Pacers, pushed by Larry Bird and backed up by Frank Vogel, discussed the idea of altering their style of play well before that time.