Eric Woodyard: Pacers Prez of Bball Ops Kevin Pritchard says they’ll consider a college coach during this search. The ability to connect with younger players will be huge throughout this process, but it won’t rule out an established older coach either. “Let’s keep an open mind,” Pritchard said.
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J. Michael Falgoust: Pritchard on why …
J. Michael Falgoust: Pritchard: “Nate …
J. Michael Falgoust: Pritchard: “Nate brought a lot of dignity. No one could ever question his hard work. I feel like I’m a better person working with him. … He’s someone I consider a friend and I hope to have a friend for a long time.” #Pacers
J. Michael Falgoust: Pritchard on what …
J. Michael Falgoust: Pritchard on what he wants to see in next coach: “A modern approach. Communication would probably be my top thing. Playing more of a modern game. You’ve got to look to the future. Look where the hockey puck is going, not so much where it is” #Pacers
Scott Agness: Pacers president Kevin …
Scott Agness: Pacers president Kevin Pritchard on extending Nate McMillan’s contract: “What Nate has done in four seasons with our franchise merits this extension. Between injuries and changes in personnel, he and his coaching staff have adapted and produced positive results.”
Pacers: Statement from Larry Bird. …
Pacers: Statement from Larry Bird.
Pacers, Victor Oladipo’s relationship fractured?
The Pacers fully support Oladipo and whatever he decides, although they haven’t always been on the same page. There was a fracture in the relationship after his injury in Jan. 2019, per sources. It has improved over time. And it’s good that the team has two executives down there, Kevin Pritchard and Chad Buchanan, to assist during this situation. “It’s no surprise that they backed me and they support me,” Oladipo said of the organization. “I’m just thankful that they got my back.”
A league source told IndyStar two …
A league source told IndyStar two months ago that Oladipo wouldn’t participate in the restart. That changed, however, as the opt-in date grew closer. Another league source said he’d “definitely” play. That quickly shifted again when Oladipo voiced concerns about re-injury while McMillan and president Kevin Pritchard gushed over how good he looked in individual workouts when the team regrouped in Indianapolis following a four-month stoppage.
Ian Begley: Pacers president of …
Ian Begley: Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard on Victor Oladipo: “We totally respect and understand Victor’s decision to not play in the restart of the NBA’s season.” Pritchard’s full statement here: pic.twitter.com/jCcQ7jOlHR
It’s getting closer to the NBA restart …
It’s getting closer to the NBA restart in Orlando, but one member of the Indiana Pacers hasn’t fully committed to joining the squad, according to Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard. Out of respect for the player, Pritchard wouldn’t disclose his name, but he did say it’s “complete no-judgment if he doesn’t want to do it.”