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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 51 MIN

Built vs Bought: Is There a Right Way to Build an NBA Team?

from Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast · host Tyler Chin

On this episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci take a step back to look at the bigger picture. What’s the right way to build an NBA team? The guys dive into the idea of “Built vs Bought”, using the Pacers as a case study to examine how Indiana has constructed its roster — through development, trades and patience — rather than chasing stars in free agency. They discuss: How the Pacers have built their current core Whether there’s a true “right” or “wrong” way to team build How Indiana’s approach compares to teams that buy talent through trades or free agency And what strategy gives teams the best chance to sustain success Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACE and use code PACE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci take a step back to look at the bigger picture. What’s the right way to build an NBA team? The guys dive into the idea of “Built vs Bought”, using the Pacers as a case study to examine how Indiana has constructed its roster — through development, trades and patience — rather than chasing stars in free agency. They discuss: How the Pacers have built their current core Whether there’s a true “right” or “wrong” way to team build How Indiana’s approach compares to teams that buy talent through trades or free agency And what strategy gives teams the best chance to sustain success

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On this episode of Setting The Pace, Alex Golden and Mike Facci take a step back to look at the bigger picture. What’s the right way to build an NBA team? The guys dive into the idea of “Built vs Bought”, using the Pacers as a case study to examine...

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