IND Season Outlook 2026-27 with Caitlin Cooper

Caitlin Cooper of Basketball She Wrote joins to preview the Indiana Pacers, including Tyrese Haliburton’s return, Ivica Zubac’s fit, and Andrew Nembhard’s development. They examine how Indiana’s playing style could evolve, questions about the bench and health, and the path back to contention in the Eastern Conference.

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0:29 — Looking back at last season

3:09 — Andrew Nembhard’s development and role alongside Haliburton

9:14 — Ivica Zubac’s fit and the defensive scheme

20:56 — Zubac’s offensive chemistry with Haliburton and Siakam

26:13 — Kelly Oubre’s role and fit

30:46 — Backup centers, T.J. McConnell and the bench rotation

35:44 — Jarace Walker’s development and deeper bench options

43:19 — Tyrese Haliburton’s return and potential additions to his game

48:22 — Team strengths, weaknesses and health

55:28 — Season predictions and Eastern Conference playoff matchups