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Quick facts for kids Indiana Pacers
Conference	Eastern
Division	Central
Founded	1967
History	Indiana Pacers 1967–1976 (ABA) 1976–present (NBA)
Arena	Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Location	Indianapolis, Indiana
Team colors	Navy blue, gold, cool gray
Main sponsor	Spokenote
President	Kevin Pritchard
General manager	Chad Buchanan
Head coach	Rick Carlisle
Ownership	Herb Simon
Affiliation(s)	Noblesville Boom
Championships	3 ABA: 3 (1970, 1972, 1973) NBA: 0
Conference titles	2 (2000, 2025)
Division titles	9 ABA: 3 (1969, 1970, 1971) NBA: 6 (1995, 1999, 2000, 2004, 2013, 2014)
Retired numbers	5 (30, 31, 34, 35, 529)
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The Indiana Pacers are a professional basketball team from Indianapolis, Indiana. They play in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as part of the Eastern Conference's Central Division. The team started in 1967 as one of the first teams in the American Basketball Association (ABA). In 1976, they joined the NBA as part of the ABA–NBA merger. The Pacers play their home games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Their name comes from Indiana's history with pace cars in the Indianapolis 500 race and the harness racing industry.

The Pacers have won three championships, all in the ABA (1970, 1972, and 1973). They also reached the ABA Finals in 1969 and 1975. In the NBA, they made it to the NBA Finals in 2000 and 2025. The team has also won nine division titles.

Six players who spent multiple seasons with the Pacers are in the Basketball Hall of Fame. These include Reggie Miller, Chris Mullin, Alex English, Mel Daniels, Roger Brown, and George McGinnis. Several Pacers coaches are also in the Hall of Fame: Bobby "Slick" Leonard, Jack Ramsay, and Larry Brown.

Team History: From ABA to NBA

Early Years: ABA Champions (1967–1976)

The Indiana Pacers started in 1967 as one of the first teams in the American Basketball Association (ABA). For their first seven years, they played at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum. In 1974, they moved to the new Market Square Arena in Indianapolis.

Soon after, Bob "Slick" Leonard became the head coach. He quickly built a strong team with stars like Mel Daniels, George McGinnis, and Roger Brown. The Pacers became the most successful team in ABA history, winning three championships in four years (1970, 1972, 1973). They reached the ABA Finals five times in total.

Joining the NBA: Tough Times (1976–1987)

In 1976, the Pacers joined the National Basketball Association (NBA) as part of the ABA–NBA merger. Three other ABA teams also joined the NBA. Joining the NBA came with big financial challenges. The Pacers, like other former ABA teams, faced money problems and couldn't share in TV money for four years. This meant they had to trade some of their best players.

Their first NBA season ended with a 36–46 record. Billy Knight and Don Buse became All-Stars. However, the next 13 years were tough, with only two winning seasons and two playoff trips. The team struggled with keeping players. They traded away key players like Knight and Buse soon after their All-Star season.

The Pacers made some trades that didn't work out well. For example, they traded Alex English, who became a huge star, to get back an older George McGinnis. They also traded a future draft pick that could have been used to pick Michael Jordan or Hakeem Olajuwon. Despite drafting talented players like Clark Kellogg and Chuck Person (who won Rookie of the Year), the team struggled. In 1987, coach Jack Ramsay led them to a 41–41 record and their second NBA playoff appearance. They won their first NBA playoff game against the Atlanta Hawks, but lost the series.

The Reggie Miller Era: A Star Rises (1987–2005)

In 1987, the Pacers drafted Reggie Miller, who would become a legendary player. They also drafted Rik Smits in 1988. The team had some coaching changes and trades, including getting Detlef Schrempf, who later won Sixth Man of the Year.

From 1989 to 1993, the Pacers consistently made the playoffs, though they often lost in the first round. Reggie Miller became an All-Star during this time, showing his growing talent. They faced the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks in close playoff series.

Larry Brown Takes Over (1994–1997)

Larry Brown became the coach for the 1993–94 season. The team made a big trade, sending Detlef Schrempf away. The Pacers finished with 47 wins, their best NBA record at the time. They won their first NBA playoff series by sweeping Shaquille O'Neal and the Orlando Magic. Then, they upset the top-seeded Atlanta Hawks.

Eastern Conference Finals Appearances

In the 1994 Eastern Conference finals, the Pacers faced the New York Knicks. In Game 5, Reggie Miller scored 25 points in the fourth quarter, including five three-pointers, to lead the Pacers to a comeback win. He even made a "choke" sign to famous Knicks fan Spike Lee. However, the Knicks won the next two games and the series.

With Mark Jackson joining the team, the Pacers had a great 1994–95 season, winning 52 games and their first Central Division title. They swept the Hawks in the first round of the 1995 NBA playoffs. In the next round, against the Knicks, Miller famously scored eight points in 8.9 seconds to win Game 1. The Pacers beat the Knicks in seven games. They then pushed the Orlando Magic to seven games in the Eastern Conference finals before losing.

The Pacers had another 52-win season in 1995–96. However, an injury to Reggie Miller's eye hurt their playoff chances, and they lost in the first round. This team was special because they were the only team to beat the Chicago Bulls twice that year, a Bulls team that won a record 72 games. In 1996–97, injuries and trades caused the Pacers to miss the playoffs for the first time since 1989. Coach Larry Brown then left the team.

Larry Bird Takes Over (1997–2000)

In the 1997–98 season, Indiana native and former Boston Celtics star Larry Bird was hired as head coach. He led the Pacers to a 58–24 record, their best ever as an NBA team. Chris Mullin joined the team and became a key player. Reggie Miller and Rik Smits both made the All-Star team. In the playoffs, the Pacers easily beat the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks. They then faced the Chicago Bulls in a tough seven-game Eastern Conference finals, but lost.

In the 1998–99 season, which was shorter due to a lockout, the Pacers won their division with a 33–17 record. They swept the Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers before losing to the Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals.

2000 NBA Finals Appearance

Before the 1999–2000 season, the Pacers traded Antonio Davis for Jonathan Bender. After a 56–26 regular season, the Pacers survived the Milwaukee Bucks and beat the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2000 NBA playoffs. They finally reached the NBA Finals by beating the New York Knicks in six games. In their first NBA Finals appearance, they faced the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers won the championship in six games, but the Pacers gave Los Angeles their biggest playoff loss at the time, winning Game 5 by 33 points.

Isiah Thomas Era (2000–2003)

After the 2000 Finals, many changes happened. Rik Smits and coach Larry Bird retired. Chris Mullin and Mark Jackson left. The Pacers traded Dale Davis for Jermaine O'Neal, who became a star. Under new head coach Isiah Thomas, the team rebuilt but still made the playoffs, losing to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Jermaine O'Neal Becomes a Star

In the 2001–02 season, the Pacers made a big trade, getting Brad Miller and Ron Artest from the Chicago Bulls. Both players later became All-Stars for the Pacers. The team improved and returned to the playoffs, pushing the New Jersey Nets to five games before losing. Jermaine O'Neal made his first of many All-Star appearances.

The Pacers started the 2002–03 season strong but struggled later due to player suspensions and personal issues. O'Neal and Brad Miller both made the All-Star team, and the Pacers finished with a 48–34 record. However, they lost to the Boston Celtics in the first round of the playoffs.

Rick Carlisle's First Run (2003–2007)

In 2003, the Pacers re-signed O'Neal and Reggie Miller. They also brought back Larry Bird as team president, who hired Rick Carlisle as the new coach.

Ron Artest's Rise and Team Success

The Pacers had an amazing 2003–04 season, finishing with the best record in the NBA at 61–21. O'Neal and Artest made the All-Star team, and Artest was named the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year. The Pacers swept the Boston Celtics in the first round and beat the Miami Heat in the semifinals. But the Detroit Pistons defeated them in six games in the Eastern Conference finals, on their way to winning the NBA Championship.

Miller's Last Season and a Big Incident

Al Harrington was traded for Stephen Jackson before the 2004–05 season. The Pacers started strong, but a game on November 19, 2004, changed their season. During a game against the Detroit Pistons, a fight broke out between players and fans. This event, known as the Malice at the Palace, led to many players being suspended by the NBA. Ron Artest received the longest suspension in NBA history for an on-court incident, missing the rest of the season. Stephen Jackson and Jermaine O'Neal also received long suspensions.

Despite these challenges, the Pacers still made the playoffs with a 44–38 record. They beat the Boston Celtics in the first round. They then faced the Detroit Pistons again in the second round. The Pacers took a 2–1 lead but lost the next three games, losing the series 4–2. Game 6 was Reggie Miller's final NBA game. He scored 27 points and received a standing ovation from the crowd. Miller retired without an NBA Championship. His No. 31 jersey was retired by the Pacers in 2006.

The Danny Granger Era (2005–2012)

The team drafted Danny Granger 17th overall in 2005. In 2006, the Pacers traded Ron Artest for Peja Stojaković. Even without Reggie Miller and with many injuries, the Pacers made the playoffs in 2006. They won Game 1 on the road but lost the series to the New Jersey Nets in six games.

The 2006–07 season was one of the team's worst. A long losing streak and injuries caused them to miss the playoffs for the first time in ten seasons.

O'Neal's Final Season and Rebuilding (2007–2010)

On April 10, 2007, coach Rick Carlisle was fired. Jim O'Brien took over, aiming for a faster playing style. The 2007–08 season saw some growth, especially from Danny Granger and Mike Dunleavy, who both improved greatly.

In 2009, the Pacers traded Jermaine O'Neal to the Toronto Raptors and received Roy Hibbert, who became a two-time All-Star known for his shot-blocking. The 2009–10 season was another losing one, with injuries to players like Tyler Hansbrough.

Paul George Arrives (2010–2012)

In the 2010 NBA draft, the Pacers picked Paul George with the 10th overall pick, and Lance Stephenson in the second round. These players would become very important to the team. In August 2010, the Pacers also acquired Darren Collison.

On January 30, 2011, Frank Vogel became the interim head coach. With a win on April 6, 2011, the Pacers clinched their first playoff spot since 2006. They lost to the top-seeded Chicago Bulls in five games, but many of their losses were very close.

Vogel was named the permanent head coach in July 2011. The Pacers acquired George Hill and signed David West. These new players helped the Pacers finish the 2011–12 season with a 42–24 record, their best since 2004. They clinched the third seed in the Eastern Conference. On May 8, 2012, the Pacers won their first playoff series since 2005, beating the Orlando Magic. They then played the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference semifinals. The Pacers took a 2–1 lead but ultimately lost the series 4–2 to the Heat.

The next season, Danny Granger was mostly out with a knee injury. He was later traded in 2014.

The Paul George Era (2012–2017)

Championship Aspirations (2012–2014)

In 2012, Donnie Walsh returned as general manager, and Kevin Pritchard was promoted. The Pacers added key bench players like Ian Mahinmi and D. J. Augustin.

On April 7, 2013, the Pacers won their first Central Division championship since 2004. They finished the 2012–13 season with a 49–32 record and the third seed in the East. They beat the Atlanta Hawks in the first round and the New York Knicks in six games to reach the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 2004. They faced the defending champions, the Miami Heat. The series was very competitive, with the Pacers winning Game 2 after David West blocked a pass from LeBron James. The series went to Game 7, but the Pacers were defeated by Miami.

Larry Bird returned as president of basketball operations in 2013. The Pacers focused on strengthening their bench, adding C. J. Watson, Chris Copeland, and Luis Scola.

The 2013–14 season started incredibly well for the Pacers, with a 33–7 record, thanks to the strong play of Paul George and Lance Stephenson. Paul George and Roy Hibbert were selected for the All-Star Game. However, after the All-Star break, the team struggled, finishing the season 16–15. Despite this, they held onto the first seed in the East with a 56–26 record.

In the playoffs, the Pacers beat the Atlanta Hawks in seven games and the Washington Wizards in six games. They then had a rematch with the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference finals. The Pacers won Game 1, but the Heat won the next three. The Pacers avoided elimination in Game 5, a game famous for Lance Stephenson blowing into LeBron James' ear. However, the Pacers were eliminated in Game 6 by the Miami Heat for the third year in a row.

George's Injury and Final Seasons (2014–2017)

On August 1, 2014, Paul George suffered a severe leg injury during a Team USA scrimmage, which caused him to miss almost the entire 2014–15 season. He returned for a game on April 5, 2015. After missing the playoffs, the team saw key players like Roy Hibbert and David West leave. In the 2015 NBA draft, the Pacers selected Myles Turner 11th overall.

The Pacers signed Monta Ellis and Jordan Hill. Paul George fully recovered from his injury and became an All-Star starter in 2016. The Pacers lost Game 7 in the first round against the Toronto Raptors. Despite making the playoffs, Pacers president Larry Bird announced that head coach Frank Vogel's contract would not be renewed. Later that month, Nate McMillan was promoted to replace Vogel.

The team made several trades, acquiring Jeff Teague and Thaddeus Young. They also brought back fan-favorite Lance Stephenson. The Pacers made the 2017 NBA Playoffs as the seventh seed but were swept in four games by the defending champions, the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Oladipo and Sabonis Era (2017–2021)

On June 30, 2017, Paul George was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Victor Oladipo and Domantas Sabonis. Many people criticized this trade, but it turned out to be a great move for the Pacers. Oladipo had the best season of his career, winning the NBA Most Improved Player Award. Sabonis also improved significantly. Oladipo was selected as a 2018 NBA All-Star, and Sabonis played in the Rising Stars Challenge. Oladipo led the NBA in steals per game. The team finished with a 48–34 record, a six-game improvement from the previous season. They faced the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of the 2018 NBA playoffs for the second year in a row. After taking a 2–1 lead, the Pacers lost in seven games.

The 2018–19 season saw new players like Tyreke Evans. Oladipo was selected as an All-Star again. However, on January 23, 2019, he suffered a serious knee injury and missed the rest of the season. Despite this, the Pacers finished 48–34 and made the playoffs. They were swept in the first round of the 2019 playoffs by the Boston Celtics.

After many changes in the 2019 off-season, the Pacers had four new starters. Domantas Sabonis became a starter alongside Myles Turner, and new players included Malcolm Brogdon and T. J. Warren. Sabonis had a career-best season and was named an NBA All-Star for the first time. However, his season was cut short due to a foot injury.

After the NBA season was paused, the Pacers were invited to the NBA Bubble to finish the regular season. They ended the 2019–20 regular season with a 45–28 record, earning the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. They lost to the Miami Heat in the first round of the playoffs, ending their season.

After the playoff loss, the Pacers parted ways with head coach Nate McMillan. Nate Bjorkgren was hired as the new head coach. On January 16, 2021, Victor Oladipo was traded as part of a big four-team deal that brought Caris LeVert to Indiana. Sabonis earned his second NBA All-Star appearance. The team missed the 2021 NBA Playoffs, losing in the play-in tournament. Bjorkgren was fired on June 9, 2021.

Return of Rick Carlisle (2021–Present)

On June 24, 2021, the Pacers announced that Rick Carlisle would return as head coach for his second time. He had previously coached the team from 2003 to 2007. The team also hired new assistant coaches, including Jenny Boucek, the first female assistant coach for the Pacers. In the 2021 NBA draft, the Pacers selected Chris Duarte and Isaiah Jackson. Duarte was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team.

The Tyrese Haliburton Era (2022–Present)

The Pacers missed the playoffs for two seasons in a row (2021–22 and 2022–23). The 2021–22 season saw fan-favorite Lance Stephenson return for his third time with the Pacers. During this time, the Pacers traded away key players like Domantas Sabonis and Caris LeVert. In return, they received multiple draft picks, Buddy Hield, and young stars like Tyrese Haliburton, Jalen Smith, and Aaron Nesmith.

In the 2022 NBA draft, the Pacers drafted Bennedict Mathurin sixth overall, their highest pick since 1988. Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard were named 2023 NBA Rising Stars. Tyrese Haliburton was selected for his first NBA All-Star Game in 2023. Haliburton and Buddy Hield also competed in the NBA Three-Point Contest. At the end of the season, Mathurin broke the Pacers' rookie record for most three-pointers, and Buddy Hield broke Reggie Miller's record for most three-pointers in a season. Mathurin finished fourth in Rookie of the Year voting.

In the 2023 NBA draft, the Pacers traded for Jarace Walker (eighth pick) and also drafted Ben Sheppard. In July 2023, Haliburton signed a large contract extension and was chosen to play for the United States national team. The team also signed Bruce Brown. The Pacers acquired Obi Toppin from the New York Knicks.

The Pacers had a great run in the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament, beating the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks to reach the finals, where they lost to the Los Angeles Lakers.

On January 17, 2024, the Pacers acquired All-Star forward Pascal Siakam in a three-team trade. Haliburton was named an Eastern Conference starting guard for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, which was held in Indianapolis.

The Pacers finished the 2023–24 regular season with a 47–35 record, earning the sixth seed. They beat the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the playoffs. In the conference semifinals, they faced the New York Knicks. The Pacers won a tough seven-game series with a historic offensive performance in Game 7. They were then beaten by the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals.

On March 27, 2025, the Pacers defeated the Washington Wizards 162–109, setting a new NBA scoring record for the team.

Home Arenas

Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum (1967–1974)

The Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum was the Pacers' home from 1967 to 1974. The Pacers were very successful here, winning three ABA Championships in 1970, 1972, and 1973. The team moved to Market Square Arena in 1974.

Market Square Arena (1974–1999)

Market Square Arena was home to the Indiana Pacers from 1974 to 1999. The first regular-season ABA game there was on October 18, 1974. The Pacers played their last ABA home game there in 1976. After joining the NBA, their first NBA game at the arena was on October 21, 1976. Michael Jordan's return to the Chicago Bulls after his first retirement happened at Market Square Arena in 1995. The final Pacers game in the arena was an exhibition game on October 23, 1999.

Gainbridge Fieldhouse (1999–Present)

The Indiana Pacers play their home games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, which opened in 1999. It's in downtown Indianapolis. The Fieldhouse is considered one of the best arenas in the NBA. It was first known as Conseco Fieldhouse, then Bankers Life Fieldhouse, and adopted its current name, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, in 2021. It seats 18,165 for basketball games. Gainbridge Fieldhouse is also home to the Indiana Fever of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).

The arena has hosted many college basketball tournaments, including the Big Ten men's basketball tournament and the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. It also hosted the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend.

Logos and Uniforms

The Indiana Pacers' main colors are navy blue, gold (yellow), cool gray, and white. Their original blue and yellow colors came from the Flag of Indiana. They usually wear white uniforms at home and blue uniforms on the road. They also have a yellow alternate uniform.

From 1990 to 1997, the Pacers wore an iconic uniform designed by American track and field athlete Florence Griffith-Joyner. Fans often called these jerseys "Flo-Jos." In 2015, the Pacers wore special maroon and gold "Hickory" uniforms, based on the movie Hoosiers. This was the first time a major North American sports team wore a uniform based on a film. In 2017, the Pacers unveiled new uniforms and logos.

Team Rivalries

Detroit Pistons

The rivalry between the Pacers and Pistons became very strong in the 2000s. They met in the 2004 Eastern Conference finals. The Pistons won that series and went on to win the NBA title.

On November 19, 2004, a big fight happened between players and fans during a game between the two teams. This event is known as the Malice at the Palace. Several players were suspended for a long time after this incident. The teams met again in the 2005 playoffs, and the Pistons won that series too.

New York Knicks

The rivalry between the Knicks and Pacers has been intense since 1977, especially in the 1990s. They met in the playoffs six times between 1993 and 2000. This rivalry was known for the strong feelings between Reggie Miller and famous Knicks fan Spike Lee. The Pacers teams during this time included stars like Miller, Rik Smits, and Mark Jackson. The Knicks had players like Patrick Ewing and John Starks.

The Knicks and Pacers met again in the 2013 Eastern Conference semifinals. The Pacers, led by Paul George, David West, and Roy Hibbert, upset the Knicks 4–2.

They faced each other again in the 2024 Eastern Conference semifinals. The Pacers, led by Tyrese Haliburton, won a thrilling seven-game series against the Knicks.

Miami Heat

The Pacers and Miami Heat first met in the 2004 NBA playoffs, with Indiana winning that series. A true rivalry began in the 2012 Eastern Conference semifinals. Both teams' coaches were fined for comments about the games. The series was very physical, with many fouls and confrontations between players. Miami won that series and went on to become NBA Champions.

The rivalry continued in the 2013 Eastern Conference finals. This series was also very physical. The Heat won the series in seven games and again became NBA Champions.

In the 2014 NBA playoffs, the Pacers and Heat met in the Eastern Conference finals for the second year in a row. Even though the Pacers had the best record in the East, Miami eliminated them again in six games.

The two teams met again in the 2020 NBA playoffs, where the Heat swept the Pacers in the first round.

Season-by-season record

List of the last five seasons completed by the Pacers. For the full season-by-season history, see List of Indiana Pacers seasons.

Note: GP = Games played, W = Wins, L = Losses, W–L% = Winning percentage

Overview of recent Pacers seasons

Season	GP	W	L	W–L%	Finish	Playoffs
2020–21	72	34	38	.472	2nd, Central	Did not qualify
2021–22	82	25	57	.305	4th, Central	Did not qualify
2022–23	82	35	47	.427	4th, Central	Did not qualify
2023–24	82	47	35	.573	3rd, Central	Lost in conference finals, 0–4 (Celtics)
2024–25	82	50	32	.610	2nd, Central	Lost in NBA Finals, 3–4 (Thunder)

Team Personnel

Current Roster

Retired Numbers

Indiana Pacers retired numbers

No.	Player	Position	Years Played	Date Retired
30	George McGinnis	F	1971–1975 1980–1982	November 2, 1985
31	Reggie Miller	G	1987–2005	March 30, 2006
34	Mel Daniels	C1	1968–1974	November 2, 1985
35	Roger Brown	F	1967–1974, 1975	November 2, 1985
529	Bobby Leonard	Coach	1968–1980	March 15, 1996

Notes:

• ¹ Also served as coach (1988)
• The NBA retired Bill Russell's No. 6 for all its member teams on August 11, 2022.

Hall of Famers

Indiana Pacers Players in the Hall of Fame

No.	Name	Position	Years Played	Inducted
22	Alex English	F	1978–1980	1997
4	Adrian Dantley	F/G	1977	2008
25	Gus Johnson	F/C	1972–1973	2010
17	Chris Mullin	F/G	1997–2000	2011
34	Mel Daniels	C	1968–1974	2012
31	Reggie Miller	G	1987–2005	2012
1 35	Roger Brown	F/G	1967–1974 1975	2013
30	George McGinnis	F	1971–1975 1980–1982	2017
14	Tim Hardaway	G	2003	2022

Indiana Pacers Coaches in the Hall of Fame

No.	Name	Position	Years Coached	Inducted
N/A	Jack Ramsay	Head coach	1986–1988	1992
N/A	Larry Brown	Head coach	1993–1997	2002
529	Bobby Leonard	Head coach	1968–1980	2014

Indiana Pacers Contributors in the Hall of Fame

Name	Position	Years with Team	Inducted
Herb Simon	Owner	1983–present	2024

FIBA Hall of Famers

Indiana Pacers FIBA Hall of Famers

No.	Name	Position	Years Played	Inducted
11	Detlef Schrempf	F	1989–1993	2021
16	Peja Stojaković	F	2006	2024
31	Reggie Miller	G	1987–2005	2024

Head Coaches

The Pacers have had 13 head coaches. Larry Staverman was the first coach in 1967. Coach Bobby Leonard has the most wins in franchise history, with 529 wins in 12 seasons. Other notable coaches include Larry Brown, who led the team to many playoff appearances, and Larry Bird, who coached the Pacers to their first NBA Finals in 2000.

More recently, Frank Vogel coached the team from 2011 to 2016, leading them to the playoffs multiple times. Nate McMillan then took over for four seasons. In 2020, Nate Bjorkgren became head coach for one season. On June 24, 2021, Rick Carlisle returned for his second time as the Pacers' head coach.

Team Records and Awards

Franchise Leaders

Bold means the player is still active with the team.

Italic means the player is still active but not with the team.

Points Scored (Regular Season) (as of the end of the 2024–25 season)

Other Statistics (Regular Season) (as of the end of the 2024–25 season)

NBA Individual Awards

ABA Individual Awards

NBA All-Star Weekend

Team Mascot

Boomer, the Pacers Panther, has been the team's official mascot since the 1991–1992 season. Boomer used to have a partner named Bowser, a canine mascot, who retired in the 2009–10 season.

Dance Squad

The Indiana Pacemates are the Pacers' professional dance squad. They were founded in 1967, the same year as the team. They were one of the first professional sports dance squads and the first in the NBA. They have been known as the Pacemates since the 1972–1973 season.

See also

In Spanish: Indiana Pacers para niños