On this episode of the Fieldhouse Files, it’s time for a midseason report. TV analyst (and former Pacer) Eddie Gill joins to break down the Pacers’ first 41 games.

Among the items discussed on this episode:

• The 23-18 start and how surprising it has been … to everyone
• His role as an analyst on Bally Sports Indiana and the Pacers Radio Network (1:25)
• On the Pacers’ magic in the first three months and quickly coming together (3:45)
• Impact of Tyrese Haliburton (6:45)
• How players know their roles and they’re ego-free (11:15)
• Biggest surprise/breakout player not named Andrew Nembhard (14:00)
• Rick Carlisle evolving as a head coach (17:30)
• Getting Chris Duarte involved and going (22:40)
• Managing and improving on their slow starts (24:30)

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