The NBA schedule has been out for a good amount of time already, and each team’s respective calendars are ready for everyone’s scrutiny.

For the Indiana Pacers, a particular month has been singled out as being, allegedly, very easy. The basis for that was apparently their opponents’ records from last season. How accurate is that as a barometer for this year? It’s up for debate.

Article Continues Below

Detroit, New York, Utah, and Minnesota are all poised to make significant leaps. But the Pacers themselves have also done a major retooling. How that plays into the gap between them and those teams mentioned still remains to be seen.

More Indiana Pacers News
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) shoots the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter in game one of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center.
Pacers labeled ‘cheap’ for Myles Turner decision by ESPN insidersMalik Brown ·
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) shoots the basketball as Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) defends during the second quarter at T-Mobile Arena.
Bucks slammed for ‘reckless’ Damian Lillard strategy to get Myles TurnerPreston Byers ·
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) fight for the ball during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
NBA rumors: How Pacers are defending Myles Turner leaving for BucksJason Patt ·
Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (2) reaches over Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) for a loose ball in the second half at Crypto.com Arena.
NBA rumors: Lakers still ‘safe forecast’ for Deandre Ayton amid Pacers interestJason Patt ·
image thumbnail
Indiana Pacers’ biggest mistake early in 2025 NBA free agencyJedd Pagaduan ·
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Insider Brian Windhorst puts Pacers on blast for ‘disgusting’ Myles Turner outcomeColin Loughran ·