Hardwood Knocks

Dan and Grant are joined by Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper), THE GOAT HERSELF, from 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' to discuss the incredibly fun, frenetic and fascinating 2023-24 Indiana Pacers. SUBSCRIBE TO 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' ON PATREON RIGHT THE HELL NOW: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewrote/posts. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:36 - How good were last year's Pacers?5:44 - How will this year's Pacers team defend?8:11 - The defensive impact of Bruce Brown10:08 - Development of Bennedict Mathurin, his impact onthe rest of the rotation and the roles of Andrew Nembhard and Buddy Hield20:01 - Obi Toppin's fit, his impact on the role of Myles Turner23:59 - How will Indiana use Jarace Walker on offense27:02 - Can Jarace Walker have an immediate impact on defense?29:07 - How will the frontline rotation shake out? What does it mean for Myles Turner?32:01 - Tyrese Haliburton's defense38:03 - Will Indy's half-court offense be better?40:04 - What do we make of the Pacers interest in Pascal Siakam?45:05 - Initial impressions