Stories tagged with "rookie season"

Pacers' Watson back on target by Mike Wells

Reserve guard, hampered by hand injury last season, shooting 56 percent from field Indiana Pacers point guard Earl Watson picked a pretty good time to find his shooting touch.... – Nov 13, 2009 at 12:55 AM in Pacers

Colts use trick play to beat 49ers by Phil Richards

After spending most of his week in the trainer’s room, Reggie Wayne felt a little off course again Sunday with the football overhead and the game on the line. “I felt... – Nov 02, 2009 at 12:13 AM in Colts

A look at the Pacers' roster by indystar

1 Dahntay Jones 6-6 Guard/forward 5.4 ppg, 2.1 rpg, 0.6 spg A major offseason acquisition because of his perimeter defensive ability, Jones started for Western Conference finalist... – Oct 28, 2009 at 12:20 AM in Pacers

Pacers hope Rush can start second season like he ended his rookie campaign by Jeff Rabjohns

The way Brandon Rush finished last season is the way the Indiana Pacers think he’s capable of starting this one. Slated to start at shooting guard, Rush finished an... – Oct 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Pacers

Shooting guard options exist for Pacers by Jeff Rabjohns

Jones offers strong defense; Rush’s shooting improved near end of his rookie season The Indiana Pacers have two options at shooting guard heading into the season. They could... – Sep 28, 2009 at 11:55 PM in Pacers

Wayne hits 100-start milestone by Mike Chappell

Reggie Wayne ‘s status as Peyton Manning ’s "go-to’’ receiver is a byproduct of him always being there. Tonight in University of Phoenix Stadium, the... – Sep 27, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Kravitz: Numbers may not show it, but running still matters by indystar

One year ago, the Arizona Cardinals were the worst rushing team in the NFL. They came within a Santonio Holmes catch of winning the Super Bowl. Also a year ago, the Indianapolis... – Sep 24, 2009 at 11:56 PM in Bob Kravitz

Hagler puts emphasis on staying healthy by Phil Richards

Colts like starting linebacker’s ability, are hopeful he can avoid injury this season Tyjuan Hagler has moved past Philip Wheeler and into the starting spot at strong side... – Sep 10, 2009 at 12:30 AM in Colts

Colts face familiar dilemma: a sidelined Sanders by Mike Chappell

Safety still working his way back from surgery; there is no timetable for his return to field Once again, the Indianapolis Colts face the prospect of life without safety Bob... – Sep 10, 2009 at 12:29 AM in Colts

Freeney makes his move quickly vs. Eagles' line by Phillip Wilson

All-Pro defensive end gets a sack and forced fumble on his first play Dwight Freeney didn’t start. And when the Indianapolis Colts’ all-time leading sack man did enter... – Aug 21, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Former IU, North Central star Eric Gordon invited to Olympic camp by Jeff Rabjohns

Ex-IU and North Central star among 26 who will take part in USA Basketball minicamp Eric Gordon’s summer just keeps getting better. The former North Central High School... – Jul 17, 2009 at 1:25 AM in Pacers

Gordon added to Olympic pipeline by Jeff Rabjohns

Eric Gordon is in the running to be an Olympian. The former North Central High School and Indiana University basketball star has been added to the pool of players in the pipeline... – Jul 16, 2009 at 3:36 PM in Sports

Pacers' Rush plans to keep job by Mike Wells

2nd-year guard, who became a starter late last season, works in offseason to hold on to spot There was no stumbling of words or stopping to collect his thoughts before speaking.... – Jul 05, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Pacers

Briscoe blossoms at Team Penske by Curt Cavin

Struggles behind, he rewards owner for faith in him Rick Mears had the speech prepared, but he didn’t have to give it. Ryan Briscoe did the talking, which couldn’t have... – May 23, 2009 at 11:19 PM in Indy Racing League

Ex-IUPUI star's rookie season leaves everybody smiling by Jeff Rabjohns

Spurs coach promises to play Hill more next year. George Hill learned many lessons in the NBA this season, including that a rookie needs to know his place — even in the... – May 22, 2009 at 1:54 AM in IUPUI

Oden gets more comfortable as playoffs loom by indystar

PORTLAND, Ore. — Greg Oden is smiling again.That’s significant as the Trail Blazers prepare for their first foray into the playoffs since 2003. The former Lawrence North star... – Apr 14, 2009 at 7:43 PM in Sports

IU's White sparkles in NBA debut by Mike Wells

OKLAHOMA CITY — Former Indiana University standoutD.J. Whitehad no idea he would be in the lineup when he purchased plane tickets for several family members, including his... – Apr 06, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Pacers

Oden getting no pleasure in sitting out by Jeff Rabjohns

PORTLAND, Ore. — Greg Oden sits in the middle of the storm, just waiting, waiting for a chance to be healthy, to show what he feels he still can do. The 2006 Indianapolis... – Mar 05, 2009 at 1:29 AM in Sports

Colts' Hagler has point to make in finale by Phil Richards

With playoff positions locked in, Sunday’s Tennessee Titans-Indianapolis Colts meeting at Lucas Oil Stadium has been characterized as “a meaningless... – Dec 27, 2008 at 2:08 AM in Sports

Gordon: Playing back home is special by Jeff Rabjohns

Eric Gordon walked to the edge of the basketball court at Conseco Fieldhouse this afternoon, all smiles.The Los Angeles Clippers had just finished their workout prior to tonight’s... – Dec 19, 2008 at 1:03 PM in Sports