Eric Bond publishes book about Indiana Pacers' 2025 NBA Finals run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:11 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Eric Bond, a Fishers resident and lifelong Indiana basketball fan, has published his first book, "But This Is Indiana…" The book chronicles his experiences during the Pacers’ 2025 NBA Finals run, alongside his personal history as a fan. Bond attended 10 playoff games that year and reflected on the team's playoff journey, including their notable 8-3 record at home. The Pacers reached the Finals for the first time since 2000 but lost to Oklahoma City. The book serves as a tribute to Bond's late father, Robert, who inspired his love for basketball. "But This Is Indiana…" is currently available on Amazon.
- •Bond attended 10 Pacers playoff games during their 2025 Finals run
- •The book includes reflections on Bond's childhood and Indiana basketball fandom
- •Pacers finished 50-32 and reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000
- •Bond dedicated the book to his late father, Robert Bond
- •The book is available on Amazon for $4.49 (e-book) and $11.99 (paperback)
- 4:11 AMYahoo Sports — Indiana Pacers Fan Turns 2025 Finals Run Into First Book
"Fishers resident Eric Bond turned the Pacers’ 2025 NBA Finals run and lifelong Indiana basketball fandom into his first book, “But This Is Indiana…”
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