Pacers Preseason Game 1: What to Watch On The Pacers
Tonight marks the start of the Pacers' preseason as Indiana returns to action against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the dawn of a new season. Starting at 7 PM EST, the Pacers will once again play with the face of the franchise, Tyrese Haliburton, back in the lineup for the first time since Game Seven of …
The Indiana Pacers kicked off their preseason season against the Minnesota Timberwolves on September 28, 2026. The game marked a significant moment for the franchise as guard Tyrese Haliburton returned to the lineup after winning the 2025 NBA Finals with the Golden State Warriors. The starting lineup for the Pacers included Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith, Pascal Siakam, and Ivica Zubac. For the Timberwolves, the lineup featured LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, Jonathan Kuminga, Jaden McDaniels, and Rudy Gobert.
The main storyline of the preseason game is Haliburton's return to action after being sidelined by injury. Fans are eager to see how he performs, and whether he returns healthier and better than before. Additionally, the chemistry between Haliburton and Zubac, who was acquired in the Bennedict Mathurin trade from the Clippers last season, will be closely monitored. Zubac only played five games with the Pacers last season, so their dynamic on the court will be a crucial aspect to watch.
Other key players like Kelly Oubre Jr. will also be making their preseason debuts, with Oubre adding another dimension to the team's depth chart. The preseason game serves as an opportunity to gauge how the new additions, such as Zubac and Oubre, will fit into Indiana's system and chemistry with the rest of the roster. As Indiana aims to build upon their 2024-25 success that led them to the NBA Finals, the first preseason game will provide valuable insights into the team's potential for the upcoming season.
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