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Hill, Mahinmi Reward Vogel's Faith

Frank Vogel's defining characteristic as a head coach is an overwhelming optimism that enables him to maintain confidence in struggling players, even when the masses are calling for change.

When Sam Young had a disastrous showing in Game 1 of a playoff series against New York in 2013, Vogel stuck with him. When Roy Hibbert all but disappeared from view in the playoffs in 2014, Vogel stuck with him, at least as a member of the starting lineup. When C.J. Miles got off to a horrendous start as a shooter last season, Vogel stuck with him.

The Pacers' 104-92 victory over Chicago on Friday brought two more examples of Vogel's determined faith in his players, and two more rewards for it.