The Indiana Pacers are playing harder, moving the ball faster and winning more games than most people anticipated. Around the league, though, the Pacers might be the biggest surprise of the first half of the season. With eight new players and three new starters, McMillan knew it would take time for everyone to get on the same page. Critics contended the Pacers didn't get full value for George, but Pritchard got exactly what he wanted. All they have to do in the second half is live up to the talk.

Source: ABC News January 11, 2018 20:26 UTC