$100K Fine Explained: Carlisle Defends Nesmith + Pacers Drop 4th Straight

On this episode of Setting The Pace, Mike Facci is joined by David Cole to unpack a situation that escalated quickly.

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Rick Carlisle revealed on his weekly 107.5 The Fan radio segment why the Pacers were fined $100,000 for violating the NBA’s Player Participation Policy. Carlisle said the league indicated the team could have medicated Aaron Nesmith, who was ruled out with a hand injury and unable to use it properly, in order to make him available.

Those on-air comments prompted a response from an NBA spokesperson defending the league’s investigation and ruling.

Pre-game, Carlisle doubled down, telling media he prioritizes player health above everything — and that both he and Nesmith were extremely bothered by the fine. But also said he was done talking about the matter. 

Facci and David break down:

• The league’s reasoning
• Carlisle’s public response
• The balance between compliance and player safety
• And what this means for Indiana moving forward

Plus, the Pacers fall for the fourth straight time, this time to Philadelphia, but not without a major bright spot. Micah Potter delivered a career night, pouring in 23 points and continuing to make the most of his opportunity.

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