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Andrew Marchand on Rick Carlisle/Doris Burke drama

Andrew Marchand responds to Rick Carlisle criticism over Doris Burke reporting

"ESPN didn't want this story out there at that point right before the Finals, I get that."

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 10, 2025 0
Jan 17, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; ESPN analyst Doris Burke during the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Doris Burke emotional after Rick Carlisle’s support: ‘Speaks to the human being he is’

"The man is about to coach Game 1 of the NBA Finals...But he took the time to check in on another human being to make sure I was okay."

By Brandon Contes OnJun 6, 2025 0
Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle before Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Rick Carlisle rebuffs ‘sad’ leaks to The Athletic about potential Doris Burke demotion at ESPN

"It was just so sad to see the reports leaked, really unnecessarily, before such a celebrated event."

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 5, 2025 0
Rick Carlisle discussing the Knicks' decision to fire Tom Thibodeau

Pacers’ Rick Carlisle thought Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau was ‘fake AI thing’

"I don't think he is going to have any problems finding his next job."

By Reice Shipley OnJun 4, 2025 0
Rick Carlisle pays tribute to Ernie Johnson and NBA on TNT. Photo Credit: TNT.

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle pays tribute to Ernie Johnson, TNT after series-clinching Game 6 win

"Ernie, I just want to say, congratulations to TNT on a fabulous, unbelievable run that's coming to an end."

By Michael Dixon OnMay 31, 2025 0
Rick Carlisle speaking with reporters after the Pacers' Game 2 win over the Bucks

Rick Carlisle unloads on ‘bullsh*t’ poll criticizing Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton

"I want to see the faces of those guys."

By Reice Shipley OnApr 23, 2025 0
Scott Van Pelt gave a touching tribute to Bill Walton, calling him an "intergalactic force of nature" while celebrating his unique personality.

Scott Van Pelt remembers Bill Walton with heartfelt eulogy: ‘An intergalactic force of nature’

"And now, anywhere there is light, I'll just chalk that up to Bill Walton bounding through the cosmos."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 28, 2024 0
In his press conference, Pacers coach Rick Carlisle made it clear where the blame for the Game 1 loss to the Celtics should go. On himself. Photo Credit: ESPN.

Rick Carlisle in press conference after Game 1: ‘This loss is totally on me’

"I love the way our guys fought in this game."

By Michael Dixon OnMay 22, 2024 1
Stephen A. Smith discussing Rick Carlisle and the Indiana Pacers on First Take.

Stephen A. Smith: NBA doesn’t favor big markets, but he wishes they did

"OKC's a small market, Minnesota's a small market."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 9, 2024 2
Rick Carlisle. Photo Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Rick Carlisle on officiating: ‘There’s not a consistent balance’

"I can promise that we are going to submit these tonight."

By Arthur Weinstein OnMay 9, 2024 1
Rick Carlisle coaching against the Knicks on May 6, 2024.

Rick Carlisle’s press conference ‘soiree’ line drew comment, including from the Merriam-Webster dictionary

Rick Carlisle's line on Josh Hart’s "soirées to the rim" drew notice.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnMay 8, 2024 0
Indiana Pacers broadcasters Chris Denari and Quinn Buckner prior to Friday's Pacers-Portland Trail Blazers game.

Scott Foster’s officiating has Pacers announcers at loss for words

Scott Foster's questionable officiating marred the Pacers-Blazers game, drawing ire from fans and analysts.

By Sam Neumann OnJan 20, 2024 1
Mark Cuban during Game 7 against the Clippers.

After Mark Cuban called a piece on Mavericks’ front office conflicts “bullshit,” the team’s coach and GM are now both gone

The Mavericks fired GM/president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson, and head coach Rick Carlisle then resigned. So The Athletic's piece Monday on front office tensions doesn't seem to be the "bullshit" Cuban called it.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJun 17, 2021 0
The NBA logo.

Rick Carlisle says NBA games in Orlando will have virtual fans, digital boards, and home team sounds – whatever that means

The NBA is trying to make the most of their empty arenas in the bubble.

By Matt Clapp OnJul 15, 2020 0

Steve Kerr says LaVar Ball coverage is a societal issue, not an ESPN problem

"So, this is not an ESPN judgment. It's a societal thing more than anything."

By Jay Rigdon OnJan 8, 2018 3
Stan Van Gundy.

Pistons’ Stan Van Gundy threatens not to do pre-game meeting or in-game interview with ESPN Jan. 19 over their LaVar Ball story

“I'm not meeting with their announcing crew before the game, I'm not doing the in-game interview. I’m not going to participate in the thing.”

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJan 8, 2018 7
Rick Carlisle coaches against the Bulls Jan. 5.

Rick Carlisle doubles down on bashing ESPN’s LaVar Ball piece, calls it “reprehensible” in NBCA statement

"Yesterday’s article by Jeff Goodman of ESPN.com regarding Luke Walton was a salacious one-sided story lacking journalistic integrity. The article attacked Coach Walton on the basis of one person’s unsubstantiated opinion."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJan 8, 2018 11
Dick Vitale

After Rick Carlisle, the latest criticisms of ESPN’s LaVar Ball coverage are from…Dick Vitale?

"Y do we chase LaVar Ball ? R we that desperate for 1 of his absurd statements? @LukeWalton has more CLASS & HOOPS knowledge on his pinkie than LaVar!"

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJan 8, 2018 2

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