BREAKING NEWS: Officially Names Rick Carlisle as Indiana Pacers Head Coach — A Landmark Leadership Move
Indianapolis, IN – July 12, 2025 — In a bold and decisive move, the NBA has officially confirmed Rick Carlisle as the head coach of the Indiana Pacers, solidifying his status not just within the franchise but across the league. Carlisle is now recognized as one of the foremost leaders among all NBA coaches.
This appointment isn’t just a routine coaching change — it’s a defining moment that reflects the Pacers’ long-term vision and deep trust in Carlisle’s championship pedigree and leadership acumen.
Carlisle, who previously coached the Pacers from 2003 to 2007 and returned in 2021, has consistently demonstrated his strategic brilliance and ability to build competitive teams. Under his leadership, the Pacers have undergone a significant transformation, developing a strong young core and an aggressive, modern style of play that has caught the attention of fans and analysts alike.
“Rick Carlisle represents everything we want this organization to stand for — excellence, discipline, and resilience,” said Kevin Pritchard, President of Basketball Operations. “This isn’t just about this season. It’s about setting the tone for the next era of Pacers basketball.”
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver also acknowledged Carlisle’s influence, stating, “Rick has long been one of the league’s most respected minds. His leadership extends beyond the sidelines — he helps shape the culture of coaching in the NBA.”
Carlisle, who won an NBA championship with the Dallas Mavericks in 2011, now takes on what many are calling his most impactful chapter yet. With a strong foundation of rising stars like Tyrese Haliburton and Bennedict Mathurin, expectations in Indiana have never been higher.
As the league looks toward the 2025–26 season, all eyes will be on Indianapolis — and on Rick Carlisle — as the Pacers aim to rise among the NBA’s elite.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
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