During his weekly radio interview Tuesday morning (YouTube link), Pacers coach Rick Carlisle dispelled any speculation that the team might be less inclined to re-sign Myles Turner after losing Tyrese Haliburton to a torn Achilles, relays Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star. There have been reports that owner Herb Simon would be willing to pay the luxury tax if it becomes necessary to reach a new deal with Turner. That was before Haliburton’s injury in Game 7 of the NBA Finals that might sideline him for a full year, which figures to hamper Indiana’s chances to be competitive next season. However, Carlisle insists nothing has changed. “I don’t think it’s any secret that the franchise, at this particular moment, that that is the No. 1 priority,” he said of Turner. “I don’t know anything about money or numbers or years, or any of that kind of stuff, but Myles is a very important part of what we’ve done here, what we’ve been doing. He’s a very important part of the history of the franchise, certainly over the last decade. I know that will be a big topic. I’m not privy to every little conversation going on there, but Myles is a very important part of what we’re doing. That will be a big thing.”
Source: Hoops Rumors
Source: Hoops Rumors
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Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Rick Carlisle has a lot to think about today. pic.x.com/nv0sV6Ug7r – 11:45 AM
Rick Carlisle has a lot to think about today. pic.x.com/nv0sV6Ug7r – 11:45 AM
Michael Scotto @MikeAScotto
After the Kevin Durant trade, what’s next for the Rockets, Suns, Heat, Timberwolves & Raptors? How Tyrese Haliburton’s injury may affect Myles Turner, Thunder notes, Kings trade talks, Guerschon Yabusele’s free agency & a Chris Boucher chat on @hoopshype. hoopshype.com/lists/nba-inte… – 3:20 PM
After the Kevin Durant trade, what’s next for the Rockets, Suns, Heat, Timberwolves & Raptors? How Tyrese Haliburton’s injury may affect Myles Turner, Thunder notes, Kings trade talks, Guerschon Yabusele’s free agency & a Chris Boucher chat on @hoopshype. hoopshype.com/lists/nba-inte… – 3:20 PM
Bobby Marks @BobbyMarks42
Post Tyrese Haliburton injury
* The FA of Myles Turner plays a role in what flexibility Indiana has in the offseason.
* Barring a trade to clear out money, the exceptions (non-tax and biannual) go away in a new contract for Turner. pic.x.com/5a2DottPhI – 1:44 PM
Post Tyrese Haliburton injury
* The FA of Myles Turner plays a role in what flexibility Indiana has in the offseason.
* Barring a trade to clear out money, the exceptions (non-tax and biannual) go away in a new contract for Turner. pic.x.com/5a2DottPhI – 1:44 PM
Emiliano Carchia @Sportando
Rick Carlisle: Un finale che fa male, ma sono orgoglioso di questi ragazzi sportando.basketball/en/rick-carlis… – 4:06 AM
Rick Carlisle: Un finale che fa male, ma sono orgoglioso di questi ragazzi sportando.basketball/en/rick-carlis… – 4:06 AM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Rick Carlisle getting that Draymond Green technical foul leash. – 10:31 PM
Rick Carlisle getting that Draymond Green technical foul leash. – 10:31 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Rick Carlisle is calling another timeout after this Jalen Williams triple, OKC is up 89-68. It is a frenzy in the Paycom Center. The all-night party begins. – 10:12 PM
Rick Carlisle is calling another timeout after this Jalen Williams triple, OKC is up 89-68. It is a frenzy in the Paycom Center. The all-night party begins. – 10:12 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Rick Carlisle wants another timeout, he only has two left in the contest but the Pacers are down double digits for the first time tonight. – 9:53 PM
Rick Carlisle wants another timeout, he only has two left in the contest but the Pacers are down double digits for the first time tonight. – 9:53 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Rick Carlisle goes back to Thomas Bryant, the Pacers just got hit with a 5-second call, the Thunder have to close out these last 2 minutes strong in the third quarter. – 9:52 PM
Rick Carlisle goes back to Thomas Bryant, the Pacers just got hit with a 5-second call, the Thunder have to close out these last 2 minutes strong in the third quarter. – 9:52 PM
Scott Agness @ScottAgness
9-0 Thunder, who now have their largest lead: 9. It came after Myles Turner hit a 3-pointer.
13 IND turnovers now leading to 20pts. Thunder fans still standing…. – 9:41 PM
9-0 Thunder, who now have their largest lead: 9. It came after Myles Turner hit a 3-pointer.
13 IND turnovers now leading to 20pts. Thunder fans still standing…. – 9:41 PM
Micah Adams @MAdamsStatGuy
The Pacers are still going to play like Tyrese Haliburton is out there.
That’s as much on Rick Carlisle as it is on Hali.
But this team 100% buys into everything their best player does. – 8:45 PM
The Pacers are still going to play like Tyrese Haliburton is out there.
That’s as much on Rick Carlisle as it is on Hali.
But this team 100% buys into everything their best player does. – 8:45 PM
Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
man Rick Carlisle went from starting Boban in a Game 7 against the Clippers to Game 7 of the Finals in four years – 7:38 PM
man Rick Carlisle went from starting Boban in a Game 7 against the Clippers to Game 7 of the Finals in four years – 7:38 PM
Ramona Shelburne @ramonashelburne
Rick Carlisle says that he just saw a video, “that’s probably going to go viral,” of some open-top busses that are already painted, “presumably for their parade,” and that’s all I’m thinking about right now. – 6:38 PM
Rick Carlisle says that he just saw a video, “that’s probably going to go viral,” of some open-top busses that are already painted, “presumably for their parade,” and that’s all I’m thinking about right now. – 6:38 PM
Chris Mannix @SIChrisMannix
Moments ago, Rick Carlisle said he has seen this video. Did not seemed pleased by it. pic.x.com/AlrtklyN4k – 6:38 PM
Moments ago, Rick Carlisle said he has seen this video. Did not seemed pleased by it. pic.x.com/AlrtklyN4k – 6:38 PM
Vincent Goodwill @VinceGoodwill
Rick Carlisle: “I just saw a video that’s probably going to go viral of some busses, open top buses, presumably for the parade that are already painted…”
“That’s all I’m thinking about right now.” – 6:37 PM
Rick Carlisle: “I just saw a video that’s probably going to go viral of some busses, open top buses, presumably for the parade that are already painted…”
“That’s all I’m thinking about right now.” – 6:37 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Rick Carlisle said all he is thinking about right now is the video going around with the busses for a potential Thunder parade when asked an unrelated first question of his press conference. – 6:37 PM
Rick Carlisle said all he is thinking about right now is the video going around with the busses for a potential Thunder parade when asked an unrelated first question of his press conference. – 6:37 PM
Vincent Goodwill @VinceGoodwill
Mark Daigneault on what it’s like to be across from Rick Carlisle for 7 games: “humbling” – 1:33 PM
Mark Daigneault on what it’s like to be across from Rick Carlisle for 7 games: “humbling” – 1:33 PM
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Meanwhile, the Pacers’ success was contingent on its screening style. Indiana isn’t necessarily wrecking defenders with bone-crushing screens. Instead, it often has other objectives. “Your ultimate goal is to create some kind of contact at some point,” center Myles Turner said. “But we are just trying to free up space.” -via New York Times / June 24, 2025
StatMuse: Myles Turner is the first player in NBA history with 45+ blocks 30+ threes in a playoff run. pic.x.com/C6EUyPUNqc -via Twitter @statmuse / June 21, 2025
Turner still expects his Pacers to respond and force a Game 7. Ten years into the NBA and playing in his first Finals, Turner was also sentimental about his first opportunity to make the championship series. He thought about his longevity, making the elusive 10-year club, the trade rumors he endured and the “blood, sweat and tears” he has expended since coming to Indianapolis. “Our fans have been anticipating this for such a long time,” Turner, 29, said. “They’ve been antsy. The biggest thing is to show up for Game 6. They’ll be behind us and be as loud as they were here [in Oklahoma City]. For someone in my position, you never know when you can get this opportunity again. This is the youngest, healthiest and most spry I will ever be. “For me, I just got to give it all that I’ve got. Back against the wall. Empty the tank.” -via Andscape / June 17, 2025
And importantly, Presti turned down all the offers he must have received for the young players who make the core of his excellent team. Who knows what incredible NBA players he could have received for Chet Holmgren or Jalen Williams. Presti has a hardfought collection of players he likes. I heard from another team that was blown away that Presti wouldn’t even consider offers for tenth-man Kenrich Williams. The Pacers are similar. Rick Carlisle had a vision for Blur Ball and it dang near won them an NBA title. They spent years seeking out the right players to go around Tyrese Haliburton. The Raptors had a system that used Pascal Siakam one way, and they weren’t sure that made him a max player. The Pacers were like we know what do with that guy who never gets tired. The Knicks saw Obi Toppin’s flaws, the Pacers saw a big man who never stopped bouncing around the floor. -via TrueHoop / June 24, 2025
Ben Golliver: Pacers Coach Rick Carlisle before NBA Finals Game 7 vs. Thunder: “I just saw a video that’s probably going to go viral of some buses, open-top buses, presumably for the parade that are already painted with them as champions. That’s all I’m thinking about right now.” -via Twitter @BenGolliver / June 22, 2025
One of the critical adjustments Carlisle and the Pacers made in Game 6 was their defense on Thunder All-Star and league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Instead of applying consistent pressure near the logo, the Pacers’ coverage sagged off before throwing constant double teams in and around the paint whenever SGA turned his head. The consistent pressure led to him tying a career-high eight turnovers. Carlisle and the Pacers will undoubtedly take with them the lessons learned throughout the NBA Finals. It’s what led them to the top of the stairs to a championship in Game 7. “One game. This is what it’s all about,” Carlisle said. “This is what you dream about growing up. This kind of opportunity. The opportunity to play a game like this is a great honor and a great privilege. -via Clutch Points / June 22, 2025