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Zach Lowe discusses Indiana Pacers' potential as Eastern Conference contenders

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 3:36 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Zach Lowe discusses Indiana Pacers' potential as Eastern Conference contenders
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Zach Lowe of The Ringer identifies the Indiana Pacers as potential contenders in the Eastern Conference during a recent podcast. The Pacers struggled last season with only 19 wins after reaching the NBA Finals in 2025. Key players like Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and Ivica Zubac will be crucial to the Pacers' success. Lowe expressed concerns about the team's bench depth and noted the strengthened competition in the Eastern Conference, including the New York Knicks and Miami Heat. He stated that while the Pacers could face challenges, their ceiling remains high.

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  • •Zach Lowe highlights Pacers as Eastern Conference contenders
  • •Pacers had only 19 wins last season due to injuries
  • •Key players include Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam
  • •Lowe worries about bench depth for the upcoming season
  • •Eastern Conference features strengthened teams like Knicks and Heat
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  • 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — Zach Lowe of The Ringer considers the Indiana Pacers contenders in the NBA Eastern Conference
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