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Locked On Pacers - Daily Podcast On The Indiana Pacers

Locked On Podcast Network, Tony East
Indiana Pacers
NBA
Pascal Siakam
Ivica Zubac
Tyrese Haliburton
Micah Potter
Kobe Brown
Bennedict Mathurin
Kelly Oubre
Kam Jones
Rick Carlisle
Orlando Magic
Braden Smith
NBA Trade Deadline
Los Angeles Clippers
Johnny Furphy
Summer League
Two-Way Contracts
TJ Mcconnell
Ben Matherin

Locked On Pacers podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Indiana Pacers and the NBA. Host Tony East, a Pacer reporter for Forbes, provides your daily Pacers fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pacers franchise. Locked On Pacers takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoo... more

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Who are the most interesting and important players for the Indiana Pacers in the 2026-27 season? Host Tony East (providing the local perspective) is joined by Steph Noh from the Sporting News (providing the national perspective) to break it down.

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Restricted free agency is all but done for 2026. What can the Indiana Pacers learn from recent trends, especially as it pertains to Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard? Host Tony East breaks it all down.

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Andrew Nembhard, Kelly Oubre, and Ben Sheppard bring fastly different skills to the shooting guard position. What stat, question, and skill will define their season for the Pacers? Host Tony East breaks it down.

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The Paul George/Danny Granger/Frank Vogel era of the Indiana Pacers never reached the NBA Finals but had high peaks. How does it compare to the current teams? Host Tony East breaks it down.

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Jay Huff
Pacers forward/center, contract and role discussion
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Episode: The latest on Johnny Furphy's rehab, Jay Huff's summer, Braden Smith's deal | Pacers offseason notes
Tyrese Haliburton
Pacers star guard, team leadership
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Episode: The latest on Johnny Furphy's rehab, Jay Huff's summer, Braden Smith's deal | Pacers offseason notes
Aaron Nesmith
Pacers wing, offseason activities
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Episode: The latest on Johnny Furphy's rehab, Jay Huff's summer, Braden Smith's deal | Pacers offseason notes
Bennedict Mathurin
Pacers guard, contract discussion
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Episode: The latest on Johnny Furphy's rehab, Jay Huff's summer, Braden Smith's deal | Pacers offseason notes
Sean Woodley
Host of Locked On Raptors
Locked On Raptors / Locked On Podcast Network
Episode: Have the Toronto Raptors built the toughest matchup for the Indiana Pacers in the East? Crossover breakdown
Jimmy Cook
Voice of IU, Indie Jags, and Ron Colley Royals football; yearly guest for the What Are The Odds segment
IU/Jaguars/Ron Colley Royals
Episode: What are the odds the Pacers exceed their win projection? That they make a mid-season trade? + More
Adam Friedman
Analyst joining the Pacers schedule deep dive for expert analysis
Pacers schedule deep dive
Episode: Indiana Pacers 2026-27 schedule deep dive: Record predictions, key stretches, important themes, more
Josh Lloyd
Host of Locked On Fantasy Basketball
Locked On Fantasy Basketball
Episode: Breaking down the biggest Indiana Pacers storylines: Tyrese Haliburton health, Ivica Zubac fit, more
Brad Stevens
Guest, Celtics executive/analyst
Boston Celtics (as guest on show)
Episode: What the biggest moves in the Eastern Conference (LeBron, Brown, Kawhi, Giannis) mean for the Pacers

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Tony East
Host of Locked On Pacers, Forbes Pacers reporter

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 548 ratings
  • Tony “Goat” East

    This is the best pacers podcast. Tony East is the man and puts in great effort and work into this podcast, much appreciated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brad248927
    United States7 months ago
  • TALK TO FAST

    Tony East talks way way way too FAST!!!!! Way too fast of a talker for a podcast. I listen to several other locked on podcasts and nobody talks like Tony does way to fast you can’t understand he I also have hear Tony on Indy sports talk radio. And he does talk this fast. So please sloow dowwn. So we can understand you or you are going to lose more subscribers then just me

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    deep blackmore
    United States7 months ago
  • Tony is the goat!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Austin Rigdon
    9 months ago
  • Tony is awesome

    Thankful to have someone like him covering the team so thoroughly

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mom32013
    United Statesa year ago
  • Enjoyable pod

    Tony East is very good…love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JHondo17
    United Statesa year ago

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Many praise the guest variety and the detailed breakdowns of lineups and cap implications.
Listeners appreciate the depth and clarity Tony brings to Pacers coverage and roster forecasting.

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Breaking down the biggest Indiana Pacers storylines: Tyrese Haliburton health, Ivica Zubac fit, more
Q: How healthy is Tyrese Haliburton going into opening night after his Achilles injury and shingles?
The consensus in the discussion is cautious optimism: Haliburton has progressed well, with management signaling readiness for opening night but acknowledging a ramp-up period and cautious load management early in the season.
What young players could the Indiana Pacers target in trades? Offseason grade, Oladipo, more mailbag
Q: What is the current stance on Oladipo as a potential signing or consideration for the Pacers?
Oladipo is viewed as a reclamation-project style option at best, with significant constraints due to cap realities and his recent absence from competitive play; any realistic path would require a low-risk, low-usage role with a team comfortable with uncertainty.
What backup centers could the Indiana Pacers trade for this season? Depth, Jarace Walker, mailbag
Q: What would a bad season look like for the Pacers next season given an improved East?
A bad season could hinge on the three core players undercutting expectations or injuries weakening the core, with a scenario where even strong performers in a tougher conference still struggle enough to question team construction and decisions midseason.
How Jalen Slawson popped for Indiana Pacers in summer loss to 76ers | Notes on Braden Smith and more
Q: What did coach Bryce Taylor say about the players' development and potential roster fit?
Taylor emphasized evaluating players in two-way roles and highlighted drive, decision-making, and energy as key components of their development, while also acknowledging the need for continued growth in handling and consistency.
How Jalen Slawson popped for Indiana Pacers in summer loss to 76ers | Notes on Braden Smith and more
Q: How did Jalen Slawson fare in terms of handling and driving to the basket?
Slawson exhibited a clear focus on tightening his handle and driving to the basket, converting drives into points and showing improved finishing and use of shot fakes to create space.

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What is Locked On Pacers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A daily Pacers-focused show delivers detailed roster-building, game strategy, and league-wide context through data-driven analysis and host-led commentary. Recent episodes skew toward how the roster fits around Tyrese Haliburton, the impact of new wings and centers, lineups and minute distributions, and the implications of off-season moves, trades, and free-agent decisions. A standout throughline is breaking down lineups and rotations with a granular, practical lens—often exploring non-traditional position fits and how cap, extensions, and draft assets shape the team's long-term window. The host cadence blends long-form projections with accessible explanations, and guests (when present) add basketball-technical depth, making it valuable for... more

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2. Tyrese Haliburton
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4. Bennedict Mathurin
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6. Jimmy Cook
7. Adam Friedman
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