[Introduction] The Pacers played very well in the regular season and played even better in the playoffs.
The Pacers came close to unseating the defending champions.
Although they didn’t make it to the end, the Pacers were considered a success, even though they were defeated!
Interpretation of data
Regular season ranking changes: 3 → 3 (East)
Winning rate: 60.5% (49 wins and 32 losses, 30 wins and 11 losses at home/19 wins and 21 losses away)
Points scored/losed: 94.7/90.7
Although the winning rate has declined slightly compared to last season (the Pacers regular season winning rate was 63.6% last season), the Pacers have played their own dominance this season. The strongest evidence is their excellent performance on the defensive end, averaging 90.7 per game.
The points conceded ranks second in the league, which is enough to show how good the Pacers are on the defensive end.
season summary
Because of Granger’s long-term injury problems, he only played 5 times in the 12-13 season. Due to the absence of the core, the Pacers’ performance at the beginning of the season was not satisfactory.
However, a hero was born, and he was Paul George!
If the progress of last season made people affirm the growth of "Pickled Pepper", then this season "Pickled Pepper" has proved to people that he is already a star and a future superstar.
Under the leadership of Paul George, the Pacers rejuvenated. No matter they encountered a strong team or a weak team, they played extremely resolutely.
The biggest improvement of the Pacers is defense. With a strong overall defense and a fierce defensive character, the Pacers became the second place in the "Bad Boys" for a while, and the Pacers’ home court became a devil’s home court in the league.
The biggest benefit of the improvement of defensive skills is that they are full of confidence in the playoffs and can compete with the Heat. The Pacers are not relying on luck, but on real strength!
The Pacers have retained their core players. In the Eastern Conference next season, the Pacers will be the most powerful challenger to the Heat’s throne, or even a replacement!
Overall rating
Lineup Potential: ★★★★☆
Lineup strength: ★★★★
Team score: ★★★★☆
Team charm: ★★★★