Ivica Zubac

The Pacers faced some criticism for surrendering multiple unprotected first-rounders, including the pick that became the No. 5 selection in the 2026 draft, to acquire Ivica Zubac at last season’s deadline, and Tony East of Forbes notes that there were questions about how the big man would fit into Indiana’s fast-paced offense. Zubac, who is […]

"I don’t want to put a timeline on it," Zubac said. “I don’t know when it’s going to happen, but we work on it pretty much every day. I’m feeling a little more comfortable and comfortable, but still not quite comfortable enough to take them in a game. I think reps and working on it every day is going to help. My confidence is better.” submitted by /u/Sko_Neezy [link] [comments]

The Indiana Pacers outlasted the Washington Wizards 114-101 behind Pascal Siakam and Ivica Zubac on Wednesday night. The post Pacers’ big men take charge to outlast Wizards 114-101 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Pacers assembled a starting lineup worth a look. Keeping it on the floor long enough to get one has been the problem. Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith, Pascal Siakam and Ivica Zubac have played just 17 possessions together, as realyed by Ashish Mathur of Roundtable. That group earned a “B” in Bleacher Report’s […] The post Pacers still waiting to see what Tyrese Haliburton-Ivica Zubac lineup can do appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Indiana Pacers could receive a much-needed boost as they look to end their losing streak. Center Ivica Zubac has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s road matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, putting him closer to a possible return after missing five straight games. Zubac remains questionable for Wednesday’s game, according to the NBA’s latest […] The post Pacers’ Ivica Zubac upgraded on injury report for Grizzlies game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 19: Ivica Zubac #40 of the Los Angeles Clippers competes for position against Alex Sarr #20 and Kyshawn George #18 of the Washington Wizards during the first half at Capital One Arena on January 19, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Wa...

Timberwolves LaMelo Ball has some advice for his new teammates. Keep your head up, and not just when things aren’t going well. With Ball running the offense, a pass could be headed your way whether you’re ready or not. “Actually, I tried to hit them in the head a couple times the first day (of […] The post NBA Notes: Timberwolves, LaMelo Ball, Pacers, Ivica Zubac, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

X-rays on Ivica Zubac's left ankle returned negative, according to Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle. Zubac suffered the injury on Sunday against the Nets. Zubac is not likely to play on Monday against the Bucks. The center is averaging 9.0 points and 9.0 rebounds to start the season.

How PG help build this iteration of the Pacers: Tyrese Haliburton: → Paul George (2010) → Sabonis (2017) → Haliburton (2022) Pascal Siakam → Paul George (2010) → Oladipo (2017) → Levert (2021) → 2024 1st Rd → Siakam Andrew Nembhard → Paul George (2010) → Oladipo (2017) → Levert (2021) → Nembhard Ivica Zubac →Paul George (2010) → Oladipo (2017) → Levert (2021) → Jalen Pickett (2023) → Mojave King (2025) → 2026 1st → Zubac submitted by /u/miikeeed [link] [comments]

The LA Clippers are entering a new era of basketball after having moved on from Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and Ivica Zubac, but one thing fans still aren’t able to fully get over is the way the franchise moved on from Chris Paul. Paul and the Clippers parted ways last December, when the franchise elected […] The post Blake Griffin drops ‘confused’ admission on Chris Paul’s Clippers exit before retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The scrappy New Orleans Pelicans dropped their season opener to Tyrese Haliburton’s Indiana Pacers, but Yves Missi provided a major silver lining in Jamahl Mosley’s official debut. Posting 13 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, three blocks, and two steals against Ivica Zubac was impressive, but more importantly, it looked naturally easy for someone who started […] The post Yves Missi passes Jamahl Mosley’s first big starting lineup test vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

There is perhaps no tougher stress test to start the season than Yves Missi’s matchups through Halloween. Ivica Zubac, Jaren Jackson Jr., Nikola Jokic, and Domantas Sabonis are waiting. Jokic gets two cracks at Missi in a five-day span. It is hardly an ideal welcome to a starting role for a 22-year-old still learning the […] The post The Pelicans starter already on hot seat as he stares down monster matchups before Halloween appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It’s going to be a long season for the Clippers.  Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and Ivica Zubac are gone, as is any chance of them being competitive.   Not only are the Clippers starting over after trading their top players but they’re also starting over with their ankles and wrists bound. The Clippers incurred massive punishments...

Isaiah Jackson has only started 45 times in 219 career games. Jackson, who was acquired by the Clippers in the Ivica Zubac trade with Indiana last season, will get the starting nod at center when the Clippers open their season against Sacramento on Wednesday. Jackson came off the bench in all 17 appearances with the […]

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 15: Ivica Zubac #40 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles the ball against Myles Turner #3 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum on March 15, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Milwaukee Bucks venture to...

The Pacers are banking on the return of star point guard Tyrese Haliburton and the addition of starting center Ivica Zubac to help them return to contention, Jamal Collier writes in a feature story for ESPN.com. Indiana advanced to the Eastern Conference finals in 2024 and led in the first quarter of Game 7 of […]

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After Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton returned to where he ruptured his Achilles in Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon and Vincent Goodwill addressed their realistic chances of winning a championship. Haliburton will pair with Pacers’ Ivica Zubac for the first time this upcoming season after Tyrese […] The post ESPN analyst’s honest outlook on Pacers evolving into title contenders in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Although Tyrese Halliburton was sidelined with an injury, the Indiana Pacers refused to get complacent and kept a championship roster. One of their biggest moves was a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers that brought in Ivica Zubac as a starting center after Myles Turner left to join the Milwaukee Bucks. But as the season […] The post Indiana Pacers’s ‘championship’ trade move still working out kinks in preseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Pacers were encouraged by the first game star point guard Tyrese Haliburton and new starting center Ivica Zubac played together, writes Chloe Peterson of The Indianapolis Star (subscriber link). Haliburton, who missed all of last season due to a torn Achilles tendon, returned to action on Wednesday for the first time since he suffered […]