Tag: Rick Carlisle
Rick Carlisle addresses Myles Turner’s surprising move to Bucks
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has spoken publicly about Myles Turner’s unexpected decision to sign with the Milwaukee Bucks. On the Green Light...
Rick Carlisle reflects on Pacers’ Finals loss
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle addressed the media following a 103-91 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the 2025...
Rick Carlisle on Game 7 challenge: “I love pressure”
As the Indiana Pacers prepare for a do-or-die Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, head coach Rick Carlisle made it clear he’s ready...
Rick Carlisle reflects on key factors in Game 6 win
Indiana head coach Rick Carlisle credited his team’s improved ball control and mental toughness in their 108-91 victory over Oklahoma City in Game 6...
Rick Carlisle addresses Haliburton’s status, defensive adjustments ahead of Game 6
As the Indiana Pacers prepare to host Game 6 of the NBA Finals, head coach Rick Carlisle spoke candidly about injuries, pace of play,...
Rick Carlisle addresses Game 5 loss and Tyrese Haliburton’s injury
The Oklahoma City Thunder took a 3-2 lead over the Indiana Pacers with a 120-109 victory in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on...
Rick Carlisle defends referee Scott Foster amid Finals criticism
Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle spoke out in defense of referee Scott Foster ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Foster has faced...
Rick Carlisle on Game 4 loss: “We got stagnant”
Oklahoma City’s 111-104 victory in Game 4 of the NBA Finals exposed key struggles for the Indiana Pacers, according to coach Rick Carlisle. “We got...
Rick Carlisle urges Pacers to maintain ‘total grit mindset’ heading into Game 4 vs...
As the Indiana Pacers prepare for Game 4 of the NBA Finals, head coach Rick Carlisle emphasized the need for relentless focus and physical...
Rick Carlisle after Game 3 NBA Finals win: “This is who we are”
The Indiana Pacers rallied to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-107 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, taking a 2-1 series lead. Head...
Rick Carlisle addresses key adjustments, Haliburton’s status ahead of Game 3 vs Thunder
With the NBA Finals shifting to Indianapolis for the first time in 25 years, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle previewed Game 3 on Tuesday,...
Rick Carlisle after Game 2 loss: “You can’t be reactive and expect success”
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle addressed the media following Sunday night’s 123-107 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, stressing that another sluggish start...
Rick Carlisle breaks down Pacers’ Game 2 approach
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle previewed Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Saturday, touching on the team’s defensive approach, evolving offensive trends,...
Myles Turner: Rick Carlisle allows us to be ourselves
Here’s Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner on the offensive freedom that head coach Rick Carlisle gives the team. (via Indiana Pacers): “Man, that’s what this is about....
Rick Carlisle explains Pacers’ mindset in Game 1 comeback vs. Thunder
The Indiana Pacers stunned the Oklahoma City Thunder with a dramatic 111-110 comeback win in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and head coach...