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Steve Nash endorses Pacers for Eastern Conference title with Haliburton's return

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Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Steve Nash endorses Pacers for Eastern Conference title with Haliburton's return
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Steve Nash expressed confidence in the Indiana Pacers' potential to win the NBA Eastern Conference during an appearance on the 'Zach Lowe Show'. He praised the team’s previous run to the 2025 NBA Finals but acknowledged the challenges they faced, particularly with Tyrese Haliburton's injury during Game 7. Haliburton, who suffered a torn Achilles tendon in that game, must return to form for the Pacers to make another deep playoff run. Nash emphasized the importance of having Ivica Zubac fit into the team's dynamic and the crucial role of their bench players in achieving success this season.

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  • •Steve Nash believes Pacers can win the Eastern Conference.
  • •Haliburton suffered an injury in 2025 Finals.
  • •Nash highlights importance of Zubac and bench depth.
  • •Pacers lost a critical Game 7 to the Thunder.
  • •Haliburton's return is key for postseason success.
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  • 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Nash says Indiana Pacers can win NBA Eastern Conference with Tyrese Haliburton's return
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Steve Nash on the Pacers' chances: 'They're capable of it, but they did catch lightning in a bottle in a lot of ways.'

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