Recap Rewind: The Indiana Pacers have lost 3 of their last 4 games. Coming out of the All-Star game the Pacers fizzled late in losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers, 106-97. They then split a home-and-home series with the New Jersey Nets with the home team winning each game. Another solid effort washed away down the stretch in a loss to the Toronto Raptors.
Notable News: Despite plenty of rumors, the Pacers couldn’t find a deal worth making before the trade deadline…Jermaine O’Neal and Jamaal Tinsley remain on the shelf for the Pacers with hopes of returning some time in March…Danny Granger averaged 23.8 points last week, set a career-high with his 111th made 3-ball, and ended a consecutive made free throw streak at 64 which surpassed the team record of 61 held by Reggie Miller.
Fast Forward: The Pacers finish the week with home games against the Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks. In between the home games, the Pacers play at the Toronto Raptors.
CENTRAL DIVISION REPORTS
Chicago Bulls/Cleveland Cavaliers/Detroit Pistons/Indiana Pacers/Milwaukee Bucks