A day before Friday’s became official, Indiana coach Rick Carlisle alluded to the acquisition as a boost to his team’s preferred rapid pace.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/07/12/knicks-castaway-obi-toppin-lauded-as-ideal-for-fast-team-pacers-2/

“Overall, this was a tough game for a lot of reasons,” Indiana coach Rick Carlisle said.

Source: https://wtop.com/sports/2023/12/ja-morant-has-20-points-in-first-home-game-following-suspension-grizzlies-beat-pacers-116-103/

Rick Carlisle has figured out a lot about his rotation since these teams last met and Indiana certainly has the playmaking and shooting to keep this contest close.

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