Club History
23 entries in the Indiana Pacers compendium.
Reggie MillerThe man who tormented the Knicks in the playoffs and defined an era of Indiana basketball 1967 ABA ChampionshipA promising start, fierce defense, and the dawn of a Hoosier legacy.Pacers DancersBringing rhythm, energy, and Hoosier pride to every Pacers game—one high-kick, one smile, Billy KnightA two-time ABA All-Star whose best scoring years came in the mid-to-late 1970s, with a mid1967 ABA FoundingWhere Indiana's hardwood dreams took flight—and never landed.1976 ABA-NBA MergerFrom ABA champions to NBA survivors—the merger that shaped a franchise.Reggie Miller Era (1987–2005)Miller Time: Clutch shots, fierce rivalries, Pacers pride.1994 Eastern Conference Finals vs KnicksThe seven-game war that forged a rivalry—and nearly broke New York's will.1995 Eastern Conference Finals vs MagicMiller's 8 points in 8.9 seconds stunned the Magic and sent Market Square Arena into a fre1998 Eastern Conference Finals vs BullsThe seven-game war that made the Bulls sweat.2000 NBA Finals vs LakersThe Pacers' lone NBA Finals run.Jermaine O'Neal EraThe quiet storm who shook Indiana back to life.Malice at the Palace (2004)The night basketball's line between court and crowd shattered.Paul George Era (2010–2017)From Palmdale prodigy to Indiana icon: the rise, the fall, and the rebirth of a Pacers leg2013 Eastern Conference Finals vs HeatSeven games of blood, sweat, and a near-upset that shook the NBA.1967 ABA Charter FoundingEleven teams, one reckless new league, and Indianapolis said yes.1955 Baltimore Bullets NBA ChampionshipOne title, one city, one shot at immortality—the Bullets delivered Baltimore its only ringOscar Robertson & George McGinnis ABA EraTwo legends, one hardwood, and the birth of a basketball city.1990s Reggie Miller DynastyOne shooter, eight points, nine seconds — and a decade that made Indiana basketball immort1998 NBA Finals vs Utah JazzTwo dynasties collide: Malone and Stockton silence Miller in the 1998 crown.1994 NBA Finals vs Houston RocketsEight seeds, one city, and a seven-game war that made Indiana believe.2011-2014 Danny Granger & David West EraTwo ECF berths, one brutal Chicago night, and a defense that made the East flinch.2015-2017 Paul George & George Hill EraTwo seasons, one trade, and a heartbeat of what Indiana could be.
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