During the offseason, Pacers president Kevin Pritchard described the transition process the team is going through as a rebirth as opposed to a rebuild.
Regardless of which euphemism you chose to describe it, the Pacers' fresh start begins on Wednesday night when they host the Brooklyn Nets. The uncertainty surrounding this team, now devoid of a superstar, leaves fans with plenty of questions on opening night and players with pleny of opportunities to provide some answers.
Will the Pacers tank?
Of course not. Kevin Pritchard has said as much and owner Herb Simon doesn't believe in the practice.