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Pacers at the midpoint, team notes, and IU football playing for an undefeated title
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- Jan 17, 2026
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Summary
On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files podcast, after a gloomy start, the Pacers went on their first win streak, and went 3-1 on a homestand before heading on the road. Rick Carlisle celebrated his 1,000th career win at last, news with the Boom and Pacers Sports & Entertainment. And then, I’ve got to talk IU football before leaving for the national title game Among the items discussed on this episode: Pacers reached the midpoint of the season amid a turnaround, going 3–1 on a homestand and winning four of five games after a historically poor 6–31 start that included a franchise-record 13-game losing streak. Carlisle earned career win No. 1,000 in Charlotte, a milestone reached during a season defined by constant roster churn, shifting rotations, and tactical experimentation. An uptick in defense, including a quick, low-foul game against Boston (14 combined fouls) and “illegal screen.” Pascal Siakam’s All-Star candidacy. Trade-deadline discussion — and why it shouldn’t be assumed Bennedict Mathurin is on the way out. Updates on the Boom: Kyle Guy heading to China, Cody Martin acquired, Ethan Thompson shines, and a schedule adjustment. A Ritz-Carlton coming to Indy? A closing personal reflection on IU football and how far the program has come under head coach Curt Cignetti . ----- Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram , and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com .