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Brad and Ryan Knight, Bleav

Brad and Ryan Knight, affectionately known as The Brothers of Basketball, are lifelong Indiana Pacers fans turned podcast hosts who bring heart, humor, and hoops knowledge to The Pacers Post Up, a show built entirely by fans, for fans.

Brad’s love for the Pacers dates back to the Reggie Miller era—the legendary playoff heroics, the fierce Eastern Conference Finals battles, and the team’s lone trip to the NBA Finals in 2000 are part of his basketball DNA. He still vividly remembers watching the Malice at the Palace unfold in his parents’ living room. That deep-rooted connection only grew over the years. Brad’s wife has been a Pacemate for 8 seasons, and he credits their parents’ investment in season tickets as a key part of the family’s shared bond with the Blue and Gold.

Ryan, a few years younger, missed the height of the Reggie era but became fully indoctrinated during the Paul George years—when the Pacers battled LeBron and the Heat year after year. A proud member of the G2 Fan Zone in the late 2010s and the world’s biggest Lance Stephenson fan, Ryan brings unapologetic energy and passion to the pod.

Together, Brad and Ryan launched The Pacers Post Up as a passion project to give Pacers fans a voice in the media landscape. Their goal has always been to deliver meaningful basketball conversation in a way that’s accessible, insightful, and fun. Whether diving into analytics and X’s and O’s or riding high on the emotional wave of a big win, their show strikes a balance that keeps fans informed and entertained.

Since launching, the brothers have followed the team from Vegas (for the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament) to Paris (for the NBA Global Games), covered the All-Star Weekend in Indy, and chronicled this new golden era of Pacers basketball with playoff runs to the Eastern Conference Finals.

They bleed blue and gold and love nothing more than building community through the game that’s meant so much to their lives.

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  • #425
    September 11 · 35 min

    Kawhi & Clippers Chaos + Tyrese the Villain, Myles Turner & a WILD TJ Take

    We’re going around the NBA for a loaded episode of the Pacers Post Up. First, we dive into the latest Kawhi Leonard/Clippers drama and how what is happening in LA has a ripple effect to the “what if?” in Indiana after the draft picks conveyed in the Ivica Zubac trade. Then, Tyrese Haliburton: NBA villain? After throwing out the first pitch in Chicago against the Brewers and setting off another round of Twitter drama, we talk about Hali embracing the villain role — and why it seems to follow him

  • #424
    September 3 · 37 min

    Chris Denari Joins the Pacers Post Up: Tyrese’s Return, Zubac & a New Era of Pacers Basketball

    The voice of the Indiana Pacers joins Pacers Post Up! ️Chris Denari, the NSMA’s 2025 Indiana Sportscaster of the Year, joins Brad and Ryan for a wide-ranging preview of the 2026-27 Pacers season. Chris takes us inside the move to DAZN and what Pacers fans can expect from the team’s new broadcast home before diving into a fascinating offseason in Indiana. We talk about the addition of Kelly Oubre Jr., what’s next for Jarace Walker, the continued rehab and development of Johnny Furphy, and which y

  • #423
    September 1 · 39 min

    Who Will Be the Pacers 6th Man? + Ranking the East’s Top 6MOY Candidates

    With the Pacers’ rotation looking a little different heading into the 2026-27 season, one question stands out: who leads Indiana’s second unit? TJ McConnell? Obi Toppin? Kelly Oubre Jr.? Or could someone else emerge as the Pacers most important weapon off the bench? Brad and Ryan break down Indiana’s 6th Man of the Year candidates before going around the Eastern Conference to identify the biggest threats for the award. We debate a loaded group featuring Payton Pritchard, Anfernee Simons, Mitchel

  • #422
    August 28 · 54 min

    Eastern Conference BENCH Rankings Part 2: Are the Pacers STILL the Deepest Team in the East?

    After ranking the bottom half of the conference in Part 1, it’s time to reveal the BEST benches in the Eastern Conference. Brad and Ryan work their way from No. 8 all the way to No. 1, breaking down the second units, young talent and difference-makers that could swing games in what has become an incredibly deep East. And eventually, we get to Indiana. For years, depth has been one of the Pacers’ biggest advantages. But after another offseason of major roster movement around the conference, do th

  • #421
    August 27 · 46 min

    Mathurin to New Orleans + Eastern Conference BENCH Rankings | Part 1

    Benn Mathurin’s brief stint in Los Angeles is officially over. Mathurin is headed to New Orleans, and Brad and Ryan react to the news, what it says about his market around the NBA, why things ultimately didn’t work in Indiana or LA, and now what to expect in his Pelicans era. Then it’s time for another ranking debate. We’re ranking every BENCH in the Eastern Conference heading into next season — and in Part 1, we start at the bottom and work our way from No. 15 through No. 9. Which teams have le

  • #420
    August 26 · 35 min

    Indy Shows Out… AGAIN! Hali, McAfee & What Makes This Sports City Special

    Indy showed out again. Tyrese Haliburton’s Charity Softball Classic, MC’d by Pat McAfee, brought together athletes, personalities and fans from across Indianapolis for an incredible night — and gave us another reminder of just how special this sports city really is. Brad and Ryan recap the event and discuss how fortunate Indianapolis is to have two stars like Tyrese Haliburton and Pat McAfee embracing the city and using their platforms to bring people together. But it goes beyond those two. The

  • #419
    August 20 · 50 min

    Eastern Conference Player Rankings Part 2: Who’s the BEST Player in the East?

    It’s time to settle the debate. After revealing Nos. 10–6 in Part 1, Brad and Ryan are back to unveil their five best players in the Eastern Conference — and in this new-look East, ranking the stars isn’t easy. New faces have entered the conference. Familiar faces are wearing new uniforms. And some of the NBA’s biggest names are battling for the top spot. Giannis. Tatum. Kawhi. Cade. Tyrese. Brunson. Who belongs in the Top 5? Who’s being overrated? Who’s being slept on? And ultimately… who is th

  • #418
    August 18 · 52 min

    Ranking the Eastern Conference’s Top 10 Players: Part 1

    Who are the 10 best players in the Eastern Conference heading into the 2026-27 NBA season? Before Brad and Ryan reveal the first half of their rankings, they go around the league to hit the latest NBA storylines — including the ongoing Kawhi Leonard and Clippers drama, Philadelphia’s suspiciously favorable schedule, Tyrese Haliburton’s revealing comments on Numbers on the Board, and the Pacers signing guard Braden Smith to a two-way contract. Then it’s time to rank the East. Brad and Ryan each u

  • #417
    August 13 · 33 min

    The Pacers Schedule is HERE: Hali’s Return, Marquee Matchups & a WILD Finish

    The 2026-27 Indiana Pacers schedule is officially HERE — which means we’re one step closer to Pacers basketball and, more importantly, the return of Tyrese Haliburton. We break down all 82 games by dividing the season into five chapters — each inspired by a movie or TV show that perfectly captures what Indiana will face along the way. And there’s plenty to talk about. Why is Haliburton’s long-awaited return happening on the road in New Orleans instead of in front of Pacers fans at Gainbridge Fie

  • #416
    August 13 · 41 min

    The Return of Hali: What Pacers Fans Can’t WAIT to See Next Season

    We’re BACK — and so is Tyrese Haliburton. After a brief flood-induced hiatus, the Pacers Post Up is back online and turning the show over to Pacers Nation. During our recent giveaway, we asked fans one simple question: What are you most excited to see from the Pacers next season? Hundreds of responses later, some very clear themes emerged. From the long-awaited return of Hali, to his new partnership with Ivica Zubac, a healthy roster, revenge against the Knicks, proving the national media wrong,

  • #415
    August 3 · 1 hr 8 min

    Pacers Beyond the Buzzer CROSSOVER: Three Pacers Fans. Three Hot Takes. One Great Conversation.

    This weekend we were joined by Jake Riley from Pacers Beyond the Buzzer for a fun crossover episode celebrating Pacers basketball. Before diving into the X’s and O’s, we share how each of us became Pacers fans, what inspired us to start creating content, and our journeys into the Pacers podcasting community. From there, we discuss the biggest offseason storylines surrounding the franchise before each revealing three bold predictions for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Which young player is poised f

  • #414
    July 30 · 43 min

    Eastern Conference Power Rankings, Part 2: Where Do the Pacers Stand Now?

    After revealing the bottom half of the Eastern Conference, it’s time to rank the teams that matter most. Brad and Ryan count down the East’s true contenders, debate whether Philadelphia has become the team to beat after adding LeBron James, and reveal exactly where they believe the Indiana Pacers belong entering the 2026-27 season.Has Indiana done enough this offseason with the additions of Ivica Zubac and Kelly Oubre Jr.? Who sits atop the conference? And are the Pacers still one of the NBA’s m

  • #413
    July 28 · 40 min

    Eastern Conference Power Rankings, Part 1: Is the East Really This Deep?

    LeBron James has made his move, and the Eastern Conference has officially become a gauntlet. In Part 1 of our Eastern Conference Power Rankings, Brad and Ryan break down the bottom half of the conference after one of the wildest offseasons in recent memory. Which teams took the biggest leap? Who’s being overrated? And has the East quietly become the NBA’s deepest conference? The guys debate the league’s biggest offseason moves—including LeBron joining Philadelphia—and reveal where the conference

  • #412
    July 23 · 53 min

    Two-Way Decisions, Tyrese Takes Center Stage & Chad Buchanan on Setting the Pace

    Summer League is officially in the books, and we’re putting a bow on the Pacers week in Las Vegas. Jalen Slawson earns the second two-way contract, but one spot remains—which direction will Indiana go? We debate whether Ethan Thompson or Braden Smith has the inside track after Taelon Peter’s release. Plus, we react to Lu Dort landing in Atlanta, the former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher heading to Dallas, Tyrese Haliburton making the rounds in New York with WWE and The Pat McAfee Show bac

  • #411
    July 17 · 29 min

    Slawson Shines Again, Smith Shows Progress & Hali Joins Mind the Game

    Despite a rather non-competitive game from the Pacers on Wednesday afternoon, Jalen Slawson just keeps shining in Summer League. Following Indiana’s fourth Summer League game, we break down why Slawson has evolved from a two-way candidate into someone making a legitimate case for one of the Pacers’ 15 roster spots. Is he simply playing too well to ignore and will another team make a run at him? We also discuss Braden Smith’s latest performance, the progress we’ve seen through four games, and wha

  • #410
    July 14 · 31 min

    Summer League Game 3 Reaction: Slawson’s Rise, Braden’s Struggles & PG Question

    Jalen Slawson is making it harder and harder for the Pacers to ignore him. After three Summer League games, we discuss whether Slawson has gone from competing for a two-way contract to making a legitimate case for one of Indiana’s 15 roster spots. We also break down another impressive showing from Yuki Kawamura, whose playmaking and feel for the game continue to win people over in Las Vegas. On the flip side, we discuss why Braden Smith has been underwhelming through three games, what’s been mis

  • #409
    July 13 · 46 min

    Pacers Summer League Stock Watch: Who’s Earning a Two-Way Deal?

    Ryan is back! After two Summer League games, we’re breaking down everything we’ve seen from the Pacers in Las Vegas. Jalen Slawson continues to make his case as one of the biggest standouts, Braden Smith settles into his first action in a Pacers uniform, and Yuki Kawamura has everyone talking. Then, we unveil our Two-Way Power Rankings, counting down the five players we believe are most deserving of Indiana’s two-way contracts heading into the season. Plenty of debate, disagreements, and overrea

  • #408
    July 10 · 22 min

    Summer League Game 1 REACTION! Braden Smith Debuts, Rienk Mast Impresses & the Slawson Block Party

    The Pacers are officially back on the floor, and we’ve got plenty of first impressions from their Las Vegas Summer League opener. We break down Braden Smith’s long-awaited Pacers debut, Rienk Mast’s eye-opening performance, and Jalen Slawson’s defensive block party. Plus, Rick Carlisle joined the broadcast and gave fans some interesting insight into the team’s offseason plans and player development. We also react to the latest roster news, including Kobe Brown’s contract and Micah Potter reporte

  • #407
    July 8 · 21 min

    Pacers Sign Larry Nance Jr. - LIVE Reaction!

    The Pacers have made another offseason move, signing veteran forward/center Larry Nance Jr., and Brad and Ryan jump on X/Twitter LIVE for an instant reaction. While Nance may no longer be the high-flying athlete he was earlier in his career, he still brings plenty to a Pacers team firmly in its championship window. We break down how his defensive versatility, basketball IQ, passing ability, and corner three-point shooting fit into Rick Carlisle’s system, and why this feels like another savvy, wi

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