Draymond Green praises Indiana Pacers ahead of new NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:42 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors expressed optimism about the Indiana Pacers during a podcast with coach Rick Carlisle. The Pacers struggled through the previous season following Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles injury in the NBA Finals. With Haliburton recovered and new players like Ivica Zubac and Kelly Oubre Jr. joining the roster, Indiana aims to return to championship contention. Green emphasized his belief in the team's potential to reclaim their position in the Eastern Conference. The Pacers look to turn around their fortunes as the new season approaches.
- •Pacers suffered a challenging 2025-26 season without Tyrese Haliburton.
- •Haliburton is expected to return for the season opener.
- •Indiana has added Ivica Zubac and Kelly Oubre Jr. to its roster.
- •Draymond Green believes the Pacers can contend in the Eastern Conference.
- •The team aims to shift national media perceptions ahead of the new season.
- 5:42 AMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green Doesn't Hold Back on the Indiana Pacers
"The Indiana Pacers have received a strong take from Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green.
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