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Top 5 Point Guards In Indiana Pacers’ History

Top 5 Point Guards In Indiana Pacers' History

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The Indiana Pacers have always been able to compete at a high level. While Reggie Miller will always be remembered for his heroics in Indiana, many of their successes were dependent upon the execution of some of the greatest point guards to play in the NBA. Let’s check out the top five points guards in the Pacers’ history.

5. Byron Scott

Bryron Scott 1994 Eastern Conference Finals Game 7
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5. Byron Scott

Bryron Scott 1994 Eastern Conference Finals Game 7
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Although Byron Scott is best remembered as a Los Angeles Laker, two years of his career were spent as the point guard for the Indiana Pacers. In reserve minutes, Scott averaged a little over 10 points per game, but he will be best remembered for his last-second shot in Game 1 of the 1994 playoffs against the Orlando Magic.

4. Travis Best

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4. Travis Best

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The twilight years of the Indiana Pacers saw Travis Best at the helm. Best led the Pacers to the playoffs six out of his seven seasons and even one NBA Finals appearance. He was a feisty competitor with a flare for the dramatic.

3. Don Buse

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3. Don Buse

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When the Indiana Pacers moved from the ABA to the NBA, Don Buse led the way as the team’s point guard in the 1976-77 season. Buse put up 7.7 points and 5.1 assists in his seven seasons as a Pacer.

2. Vern Fleming

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2. Vern Fleming

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From the span of 1984-95, Vern Fleming was in control of the Indiana Pacer offense. Fleming wasn’t known for flash or the ability to make the highlight reel, but his game was consistent. In 11 seasons with Indiana, he placed among the top 10 for points, assists, rebounds and steals in franchise history.

1. Mark Jackson

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1. Mark Jackson

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The very entertaining basketball analyst was an even more entertaining player. Mark Jackson is arguably one the best Indiana Pacers ever. In six seasons as a Pacer, Jackson averaged 8.4 points and 8.1 assists per game. He saw four Eastern Conference Finals and an NBA Finals with Indiana, and is currently fourth on the all-time assists board.

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