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Bird: Jackson A Good Fit For Knicks

Apr 23, 2008 9:36 AM EST

Larry Bird, a former coach of Mark Jackson in Indiana, believes that the point guard is the perfect fit for the Knicks, according to the New York Post.

"I always thought he'd be a good coach, and he helped me out tremendously," Bird said. "When we had the lockout year, he kept guys together. He led the charge. He knew what was going on. He came over to me in the huddle and would tell me what play he thought we could run. Mark will be well-equipped to run an NBA team. I always knew he'd probably be a coach one day. (Walsh) won't be afraid to pull the trigger on a guy with no experience."

Walsh hired Bird to coach the Pacers without previous coaching experience, and he led Indiana to their first NBA Finals in 2000 against the Lakers.

Via The New York Post

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Jermaine A Possibilty For Knicks?

Apr 18, 2008 5:14 PM EST

Indiana's Jermaine O'Neal might be a short-term possibility for the Knicks this offseason, according to the New York Post.

Donnie Walsh would prefer that the Knicks became a playoff team while he works on clearing out cap space over the next two years, similar to the quick rebuilding job he did in Indiana after their Finals appearance in 2000.

The Pacers and Larry Bird might be willing to take on some expiring contracts, specifically Stephon Marbury, to cut costs in exchange for O'Neal.

Via New York Post

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Simon Names Himself CEO Of Pacers

Apr 16, 2008 6:14 PM EST

Pacers Sports & Entertainment announced Wednesday that Herbert Simon, co-owner of the Pacers with his brother Melvin for the past 25 years, will serve as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E) effective immediately.

"I am committed to returning this team to its proud winning tradition as well as strengthening the connection of the entire organization to the community," said Simon.

"Indianapolis and Indiana are vitally important to the Simon family and I realize how important the Pacers are to the city and state. I’m passionate to do whatever I can to enhance the franchise on the court and in the community."

As previously announced, Larry Bird is the President of Basketball Operations for the Indiana Pacers. It was announced on Wednesday that Jim Morris will assume the role of President of PS&E. Morris will oversee the business operations for the Pacers, Indiana Fever and Conseco Fieldhouse.

"I’ll rely on these two strong leaders on a day-to-day basis," Simon said, adding that both will report directly to him.

Additionally, Rick Fuson has been elevated to Chief Operating Officer of PS&E. "We have a strong management team in place, and we look forward to the future," concluded Simon.

Via RealGM Staff Report

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Pacers Apr 2008 Archive

  • RGM Rundown For April 14th: Hawks, Nugs In

    Andrew Perna/RealGM | Apr 15, 2008

    The Hawks and Nuggets were idle on Monday night but backed into the playoffs as the Pacers and Warriors stumbled. Read about this and more in the RGM Daily Rundown for April 14th's games.

  • Pacers Lose To Wiz, Hand Hawks 8th Seed

    Andrew Perna/RealGM | Apr 14, 2008

    The Pacers lost a must-win game to the Wizards on Monday night, eliminating them from playoff contention and giving the eighth seed to the Hawks.

  • Foster To Miss Indy's Game Against Wizards

    The Indianapolis Star | Apr 14, 2008

    The Pacers need to win on Monday night to keep their slim playoff hopes alive and will have to do so without center Jeff Foster.

  • Hawks Lose, Still Inch Closer To Playoffs

    Andrew Perna/RealGM | Apr 13, 2008

    The Hawks lost to the Celtics on Saturday night, but they maintained their two-game lead over the Pacers for the final playoff spot in the East because of an Indiana loss to Charlotte.

  • Indy Keeps Pace With Hawks, Still Two Back

    Andrew Perna/RealGM | Apr 12, 2008

    The Pacers did what they had to do in order to improve their playoff chances on Friday night against the 76ers, but Atlanta's victory over New York kept the Hawks' lead at two games for the East's final spot.

  • RGM Rundown For April 8th: Indy's Alive!

    Andrew Perna/RealGM | Apr 9, 2008

    The Indiana Pacers knocked off the Atlanta Hawks in a crucial game for their playoff hopes on Tuesday night. Read about the Pacers’ big win and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for April 8th’s games!

  • O'Neal Chafing At 20-Minute Limit

    The Indianapolis Star | Apr 6, 2008

    Jermaine O'Neal doesn't agree with coach Jim O'Brien's insistence on limiting him to twenty minutes a game.

  • Jermaine: To Get In We Have To Win Out

    RealGM Staff Report | Apr 2, 2008

    Jermaine O'Neal has returned to the court for the Pacers, and thinks that his team may have to win out in order to qualify for the playoffs in the weak Eastern Conference.

  • Knicks Name Donnie Walsh President Of Basketball Operations

    Press Release | Apr 2, 2008

    "Donnie Walsh is one of the most respected and admired executives in the NBA, and we are happy to announce that he has agreed to become the Knicks’ new president," said James Dolan in a press release.