Pacers coach Rick Carlisle wins 1,000th game
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Key Points:
- Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle achieved his 1,000th career NBA win as the Pacers defeated the Charlotte Hornets 114-112, becoming the 11th coach to reach this milestone since Doc Rivers in 2021.
- Carlisle’s win came after a challenging month for the injury-depleted Pacers, who had set a franchise record with 13 consecutive losses but showed resilience in the final moments of the game.
- Known for his high coaching standards and adaptability, Carlisle has coached for 23 full seasons plus 38 games across Detroit, Dallas, and Indiana, compiling a 1,000-891 record and winning a championship with Dallas in 2011.
- Carlisle’s coaching career is marked by his
