Indy Cornrows · Feb 9, 2022
The Pacers have chosen a direction
Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty ImagesThe last few seasons, the Indiana Pacers have toed the line between competency and miring in mid. Injuries have taken their toll and then some, a failed new coaching hire, and awkward fits often portrayed as obstacles rather than opportunities led to a frustrating year and a half in Indianapolis.
As reporting has built, Herb Simon endlessly quoted, and post-game media shots have added up, Indiana finally reached a breaking point.
The Caris LeVert trade to Cleveland provided flexibility.
The Sabonis trade provided clarity.