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3 takeaways from Indiana Pacers preseason opening loss to Atlanta Hawks
The Indiana Pacers dropped their preseason opener to the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night. It came down to the wire with Seth Lundy hitting a three to give Atlanta the win in the final seconds. Neither team played their typical rotation players for the last 18 or so minutes of action as they marched through the preseason.
“There were a lot of positives really with all the guys that played,” Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said after the game. “Starters did some good things.”
Said starting five only played in the first half of the battle. The second half for the blue and gold was filled with bench players and deeper reserves as the team did some evaluation. That’s what the preseason exhibitions are all about.
The final score was 131-130. While it is just preseason, there are still a few important takeaways for the Pacers.
Andrew Nembhard and Pascal Siakam took advantage of on-ball reps
Andrew Nembhard and Pascal Siakam were the guiding forces behind Indiana’s offense with the starting five, and they handled the ball often. They both had a usage rate just over 24%, per the NBA’s advanced box score, while the Pacers typical lead ball handler in Tyrese Haliburton had a usage rate of 21.6%.
Nembhard was initiating offense on multiple occasions by getting Indiana into their sets quickly or by attacking the paint. The Hawks could not stop him from getting wherever he wanted to go, and he made them pay with a few mid-range buckets that are becoming his signature shot. He finished with 10 points and three assists.
Siakam, meanwhile, had more chances to push in transition than he did on an average night last year, and he looked effective when doing so. He, too, had more of a ball handling and passing burden than usual and had a successful night, scoring a team-high 15 points.
Haliburton was off the ball slightly more than he was on most nights last season. He was still heavily involved, but if Nembhard and Siakam can make plays and have the team’s offense humming, that bodes well for Indiana’s offense in the coming season.
Indiana’s defense still needs work
The Pacers hope they’ll improve on defense this season. They finished last season 18th in defensive rating after the All-Star break and believe they have a chance to keep up that form. A full training camp with Siakam could help.
Yet their general struggles from last season on the defensive end were still present in this game. Atlanta ball handlers danced into the paint. The Hawks made almost 53% of their shots and generated open threes.
“Had some defensive lapses, we’ve got to clean that up,” Carlisle said.
Trae Young and Jalen Johnson — two good players, to be clear — were effective and got to their spots. Nebhard defended young well, but most other matchups were easy to punish for the Hawks.
Zaccharie Risacher had a great outing for the hosts as well.
The Pacers didn’t have two important defensive pieces available in Myles Turner and Isaiah Jackson, but their defense struggled to open the preseason.
Some ups and some downs from the newer players
The Pacers don’t have many new players, but the ones that offered up a first impression on Tuesday showed off some good and some bad moments.
James Wiseman, for example, was effective on offense and didn’t miss a shot. But his defense was subpar and needs work, particularly in pick-and-rolls. Cole Swider, a new wing for Indiana, showed off his ability to get off shots from deep and even displayed some ability putting the ball on the floor. But he forced the issue at times and didn’t have enough of an impact on defense.
Those two may end up being the only new Pacers players this season with NBA experience, and they had up-and-down nights. Kendall Brown, who is battling for a roster spot and is Swider’s main competitor to make the roster, didn’t impress. Quenton Jackson, who signed with Indiana in March, was effective. Those two are on the fringe of the roster but still had noteworthy performances.
Indiana next plays tomorrow night when they take on the Cavaliers in Cleveland. Then, they’ll head home for over a week until the regular season starts.
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ATLANTA – The Atlanta Police Department has officially joined forces with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia State Patrol and others in cracking down on illegal street racing. In a late September detail dubbed “Operation Burnt Out,” authorities arrested 47 suspects.
Police cited a spring resurgence in illegal street racing as the reason for the crackdown.
The announcement came at an event called “Conversation with the Chief” when Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum stated illegal racing had been popping up in Atlanta and surrounding communities.
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Georgia’s new street racing law SB 10 went into effect in July. The law carries harsher penalties for street racing and creates criminal charges for those participating or organizing in the illegal events.
“If you think you are going to come to Atlanta, Georgia, and take over an intersection, you are likely going to meet the Atlanta police department and our partners,” said Schierbaum.
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During the operation, 19 cars and six guns were confiscated. Authorities noted that of the 47 people arrested, only one person was actually from Atlanta. Police took several juveniles into custody, with the youngest suspect being just 16.
Prosecutors on hand for the event said they wanted to remind the public it is also illegal to watch an illegal street race.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – Atlanta Pride is almost here! Here is everything you’ll need to know for this weekend.
The Atlanta Pride Festival celebrates diversity and equality in Atlanta and nationwide. Since 1971, it has grown into the largest pride festival in the United States, attracting crowds upwards of 300,000.
What is pride?
According to the Atlanta Pride website, it began in June to commemorate the Stonewall Uprisings. Although a full month of events still occur in June, Atlanta Pride has moved from it’s original date to coincide with National Coming Out Day.
Is the Pride parade family friendly?
Yes! Atlanta Pride has family-friendly events and people of all ages are welcome.
Is there a cost to attend the Atlanta Pride parade or festival?
No. Atlanta Pride is one of the largest FREE pride celebrations in the nation. Donations are accepted year-round to help support the Atlanta Pride mission.
Where is the Atlanta Pride parade?
The parade will begin at the Civic Center Marta Station, head down Peachtree Street, turn right onto 10th Street and end at Piedmont Park.
Be on the lookout for some of our Atlanta News First team along the way!
Where can I park for Atlanta Pride?
While there are several options for parking, it is highly encouraged to use rideshare and public transportation. Piedmont Park is about 1.2 miles from the Arts Center or Midtown MARTA rail stations. The parade also starts near the Atlanta Civic Center MARTA Station and ends near the Charles Allen gate to Piedmont Park.
If biking to the park, free bike valet stations are located in the meadow near the Atlanta BeltLine.
Piedmont Park and the Atlanta Botanical Gardens SAGE parking facility has a limited, paid parking deck of 765 parking spaces.
Attendees are asked to be considerate of parking in surrounding neighborhoods.
Bicycles, vehicles, skateboards, scooters or skates/roller blades is prohibited on the festival grounds during the Atlanta Pride Festival.
Public transportation:
Those coming to Pride are encouraged to use MARTA. Check here for more information and bus/train routes and reroutes.
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What time is the Pride Parade?
The Atlanta Pride Parade steps off at noon on Sunday.
Complete weekend event timelines along with times for the other annual marches can be found here.
What is the weather forecast for Atlanta Pride weekend?
We’re expecting beautiful weather this weekend, but check out the latest from our First Alert Weather team here.
What can I bring? What can’t I bring to Atlanta Pride?
You are welcome to bring food and drinks but are encouraged to support Pride vendors! According to the Atlanta Pride website, supporting in this way helps cover operating costs and keeps Pride free!
You can bring lawn chairs and umbrellas. Tents are allowed in designated areas, but should not be staked into the ground.
Any personal items left overnight, including tents, will be removed.
While pets are allowed along the parade route, according to the City of Atlanta’s ordinance, pets are not permitted in Piedmont Park during Class-A festivals, like Atlanta Pride. Service animals are an exception.
Glass bottles are not permitted on the premises.
Please do not bring weapons to Atlanta Pride.
What is the schedule for Atlanta Pride?
There are many activities to participate in throughout pride weekend. Official event schedules can be found here.
What performances are happening at the Atlanta Pride festival?
There will be performances by Ava Max, Monet X Change, Cakes Da Killa, Mila Jam, Honey Balenciaga and so many more!
Can I volunteer at Atlanta Pride?
Atlanta Pride accepts volunteers for the pride festival and for events year-long. Please visit their website for more information.
Can I watch the Atlanta Pride parade on TV or is it streaming?
Yes! Atlanta News First is exclusively airing the Atlanta Pride Parade on Peachtree TV. You can also stream it on Atlanta News First. Download our app anywhere you stream (Roku, FireTV, AppleTV, etc).
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Will parade attendees be on the news?
Be on the lookout for our Atlanta News First team throughout the festivities, and you might be featured on our newscasts.
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – A bad crash has a portion of I-20 East shut down Wednesday morning in Atlanta.
It happened in the eastbound lanes of I-20 before H.E Holmes Drive (exit 52), shutting down the ramp to I-20 East from I-285. Multiple injuries are being reported. Officials say the victims were all taken to Grady Memorial Hospital, but their conditions are not currently known.
Drivers should take an alternate route at this time to avoid extreme delays.
Atlanta News First will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as they become available.
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