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5 Realistic Expectations For Indiana Pacers’ 2014-15 Season

5 Realistic Expectations For Indiana Pacers' 2014-15 Season

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The Indiana Pacers looked to be the gold standard in the Eastern Conference in 2014-15 until their superstar, Paul George, took a horrific fall in the 2014 FIBA World Cup. So with their leader out for the year, what are the realistic expectations for the Pacers in 2014-15?

5. George Hill Will Become An Offensive-Minded Guard

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5. George Hill Will Become An Offensive-Minded Guard

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With Paul George gone for the 2014-15 season, the Pacers are going to have to get productive and consistent scoring from George Hill. Hill is a deadly outside shooter, but he is going to have to work on his driving game to truly make himself a threat. Look for Hill to up his scoring average in 2014-15.

4. Luis Scola Will Take On More of the Scoring Load

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4. Luis Scola Will Take On More of the Scoring Load

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Luis Scola has been somewhat of a disappointment with the Pacers, but now with Hill out for the year, the Pacers are going to have to rely on Scola more than ever for points, a task he will deliver on in 2014-15.

3. Roy Hibbert Will Have A Career Year

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3. Roy Hibbert Will Have A Career Year

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Roy Hibbert was (rightfully) panned for his awful playoff showing last season. But with Hill out for the year, more of the focus will be on the Pacer's big man to deliver in the paint and to clear his now tarnish name. Hibbert will have more than a bounce back year in 2014-15, he will have a career year.

2. David West Will Look Like the Old 'David West'

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2. David West Will Look Like the Old 'David West'

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Remember when David West was a dominating forward in New Orleans? Well, look for that West to return for the Pacers next season as he takes it upon himself to lead the Indiana without their superstar.

1. Indiana Pacers Will Make the Playoffs

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1. Indiana Pacers Will Make the Playoffs

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Yes, you heard it here first. Despite losing Hill for the year, the Pacers have enough talent to get back to the playoffs. Sure, they will get swept in the first round, but just making the playoffs will be a huge accomplishment.

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