The Right Up Meridian podcast is back! Hosts Zion Brown and Scott Caulfield break down the Indiana Pacers’ incredible run to the NBA Finals, the rise of Tyrese Haliburton as a franchise cornerstone, and what Rick Carlisle’s squad needs to take the next step. From offseason moves to player development and expectations for the upcoming season, this episode is packed with Pacers talk for die-hard fans. Plus, a quick look at the Indiana Fever and how Caitlin Clark continues to energize the WNBA and basketball culture in Indiana.

The summer doldrums have started, but Scott and Tony are here to dig into the Pacers summer thus far. (There are some audio issues the first 5-6 minutes of the podcast, sorry about that) They chat about the Obi Toppin contract, if the Pacers did anything to improve their defense. The James Wiseman signing, and what this means for Turner (if anything), followed by the usual “What to do with Turner” discussion. How important Walker’s development is for this team and Haliburton’s window.

Finally the talk about Zack Edey in the NBA, Haliburton’s role on Team USA, along with some larger Team USA vs Dream Team thoughts.

As always, tell a friend, and shoot us questions for future podcasts at RightUpMeridian@Gmail.com

Scott and Tony talk about the Siakam contract signing and how it was expected, but also a good deal for both sides. They look ahead to the next steps for the Pacers, Free Agency and expiring contracts next season. Topics they hit:

· Should the Pacers re-sign Toppin, and how he might be part of a logjam when they start to play Walker

· Another logjam with Nembhard, Mathurin, McConnell

· What to do with Turner

· Look around the league with the mess with the Pistons and Bronny James

As always, tell a friend, and shoot us questions for future podcasts at RightUpMeridian@Gmail.com