The 2011-12 Indiana Pacers season marked a significant step forward for the franchise. Under head coach Frank Vogel, the team finished with a 42-24 record in the lockout-shortened season, securing the third seed in the Eastern Conference. The Pacers displayed a balanced attack, with Danny Granger leading the team in scoring, averaging 18.7 points per game.
In the playoffs, the Pacers advanced past the Orlando Magic in the first round, winning the series 4-1. However, their postseason run ended in the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Miami Heat. Despite a strong start, Indiana fell to the eventual champions in six games. The season was a stepping stone for the Pacers, showcasing their potential as an emerging force in the East, highlighted by the development of key players like Paul George and Roy Hibbert.
- Regular Season Record: 42-24
- Playoff Result: Eastern Conference First Round: 4-1, Eastern Conference Semifinals: 2-4
Indiana Pacers Roster and Stats for 2011-12 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Danny Granger | 62 | 18.7 | 5.0 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 38.1 | 11 | 17.0 | 5.6 | 2.5 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 35.6 |
| Roy Hibbert | 65 | 12.8 | 8.8 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 11 | 11.7 | 11.2 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 3.1 | 100.0 |
| David West | 66 | 12.8 | 6.6 | 2.1 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 22.2 | 11 | 15.3 | 8.5 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.0 |
| Paul George | 66 | 12.1 | 5.6 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 38.5 | 11 | 9.7 | 6.6 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 26.8 |
| Darren Collison | 60 | 10.4 | 3.1 | 4.8 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 36.2 | 11 | 8.7 | 1.3 | 3.0 | 1.3 | 0.0 | 36.4 |
| George Hill | 50 | 9.6 | 3.0 | 2.9 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 36.7 | 11 | 13.5 | 2.3 | 2.9 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 37.5 |
| Tyler Hansbrough | 66 | 9.3 | 4.4 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 11 | 4.4 | 3.2 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Leandro Barbosa | 22 | 8.9 | 2.2 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 42.4 | 11 | 5.7 | 2.2 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 15.0 |
| Dahntay Jones | 65 | 5.3 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 42.9 | 7 | 2.4 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 22.2 |
| A.J. Price | 44 | 3.9 | 1.4 | 2.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 29.5 | 4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Lou Amundson | 60 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 11 | 2.5 | 2.1 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.0 |
| Kyrylo Fesenko | 3 | 2.7 | 3.0 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Lance Stephenson | 42 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 13.3 | 4 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50.0 |
| Jeff Foster | 11 | 2.3 | 3.8 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 100.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Jeff Ayres | 20 | 1.7 | 1.7 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Indiana Pacers in the 2012 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Orlando Magic
In the first round of the 2012 NBA Playoffs, the Indiana Pacers showcased their depth and defensive prowess by overcoming the Orlando Magic in five games. Despite losing Game 1 at home, the Pacers, led by Danny Granger and Roy Hibbert, adjusted effectively to win the next four games, demonstrating their ability to control the paint and dominate on the boards. This series victory marked their first playoff series win since 2005, setting the stage for a promising postseason run.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2012 | vs. Orlando Magic | L 81-77 | |
| Apr 30, 2012 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 93-78 | |
| May 02, 2012 | @ Orlando Magic | W 97-74 | |
| May 05, 2012 | @ Orlando Magic | W 101-99 | |
| May 08, 2012 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 105-87 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Miami Heat
In the second round of the 2012 NBA Playoffs, the Indiana Pacers faced the Miami Heat, delivering a competitive series that showcased their defensive grit and emerging talent. Despite a strong start that saw them take a 2-1 series lead, the Pacers ultimately succumbed to the Heat's star power, losing the series 4-2. This matchup highlighted Indiana's potential, setting the stage for their future as contenders in the Eastern Conference.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2012 | @ Miami Heat | L 95-86 | |
| May 15, 2012 | @ Miami Heat | W 78-75 | |
| May 17, 2012 | vs. Miami Heat | W 94-75 | |
| May 20, 2012 | vs. Miami Heat | L 101-93 | |
| May 22, 2012 | @ Miami Heat | L 115-83 | |
| May 24, 2012 | vs. Miami Heat | L 105-93 |
Indiana Pacers 2011-12 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2011-12 season for the Indiana Pacers.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 26, 2011 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 91-79 | |
| Dec 28, 2011 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 90-85 | |
| Dec 30, 2011 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 98-91 | |
| Dec 31, 2011 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 96-88 | |
| Jan 02, 2012 | @ New Jersey Nets | W 108-94 | |
| Jan 04, 2012 | @ Miami Heat | L 118-83 | |
| Jan 06, 2012 | @ Boston Celtics | W 87-74 | |
| Jan 07, 2012 | vs. Charlotte Bobcats | W 99-77 | |
| Jan 09, 2012 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 96-86 | |
| Jan 11, 2012 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 96-84 | |
| Jan 13, 2012 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 95-90 | |
| Jan 14, 2012 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 97-83 | |
| Jan 18, 2012 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 92-88 | |
| Jan 20, 2012 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 94-91 | |
| Jan 22, 2012 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 98-96 | |
| Jan 24, 2012 | vs. Orlando Magic | L 102-83 | |
| Jan 25, 2012 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 95-90 | |
| Jan 27, 2012 | @ Boston Celtics | L 94-87 | |
| Jan 29, 2012 | @ Orlando Magic | W 106-85 | |
| Jan 31, 2012 | vs. New Jersey Nets | W 106-99 | |
| Feb 01, 2012 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 109-99 | |
| Feb 03, 2012 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 98-87 | |
| Feb 04, 2012 | vs. Orlando Magic | L 85-81 | |
| Feb 07, 2012 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 104-99 | |
| Feb 08, 2012 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 97-87 | |
| Feb 10, 2012 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | L 98-92 | |
| Feb 11, 2012 | vs. Denver Nuggets | L 113-109 | |
| Feb 14, 2012 | vs. Miami Heat | L 105-90 | |
| Feb 15, 2012 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 98-87 | |
| Feb 16, 2012 | vs. New Jersey Nets | W 93-88 | |
| Feb 19, 2012 | vs. Charlotte Bobcats | W 108-73 | |
| Feb 21, 2012 | vs. New Orleans Hornets | W 117-108 | |
| Feb 22, 2012 | @ Charlotte Bobcats | W 102-88 | |
| Feb 28, 2012 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 102-78 | |
| Mar 03, 2012 | @ New Orleans Hornets | W 102-84 | |
| Mar 05, 2012 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 92-72 | |
| Mar 06, 2012 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L 101-96 | |
| Mar 10, 2012 | @ Miami Heat | L 93-91 | |
| Mar 11, 2012 | @ Orlando Magic | L 107-94 | |
| Mar 13, 2012 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 92-75 | |
| Mar 14, 2012 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 111-94 | |
| Mar 16, 2012 | @ New York Knicks | L 115-100 | |
| Mar 17, 2012 | vs. New York Knicks | L 102-88 | |
| Mar 20, 2012 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 102-89 | |
| Mar 22, 2012 | @ Washington Wizards | W 85-83 | |
| Mar 23, 2012 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 113-111 | |
| Mar 24, 2012 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 125-104 | |
| Mar 26, 2012 | vs. Miami Heat | W 105-90 | |
| Mar 28, 2012 | @ New Jersey Nets | L 100-84 | |
| Mar 29, 2012 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 93-89 | |
| Mar 31, 2012 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 112-103 | |
| Apr 01, 2012 | @ Houston Rockets | W 104-102 | |
| Apr 03, 2012 | vs. New York Knicks | W 112-104 | |
| Apr 04, 2012 | @ Washington Wizards | W 109-96 | |
| Apr 06, 2012 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 103-98 | |
| Apr 07, 2012 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 86-72 | |
| Apr 09, 2012 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 103-98 | |
| Apr 11, 2012 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 104-98 | |
| Apr 13, 2012 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 102-83 | |
| Apr 14, 2012 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 105-99 | |
| Apr 16, 2012 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 111-88 | |
| Apr 17, 2012 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 102-97 | |
| Apr 19, 2012 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 118-109 | |
| Apr 21, 2012 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | L 109-106 | |
| Apr 23, 2012 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 103-97 | |
| Apr 25, 2012 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 92-87 |