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Pacers Extend Rick Carlisle on Multiyear Deal After Finals Run

The deal reinforces stability for a roster facing Tyrese Haliburton’s extended absence.

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle directs players during the second half during game four of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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Jun 16, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle looks on before the start of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game five of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Indiana announced the multiyear extension Tuesday in a post on X, with no financial or term details provided.
  • Carlisle guided the Pacers to a 50–32 season and their first NBA Finals in 25 years, falling to the Thunder in seven games.
  • The agreement was first reported by Marc Stein and later confirmed by multiple outlets before the team’s announcement.
  • Carlisle has 993 regular-season wins and is on track to become the 11th NBA coach to reach 1,000 early next season.
  • Indiana enters 2025–26 without Haliburton after his Game 7 Achilles tear, and with longtime center Myles Turner signing with the Bucks.