Among the other Indiana basketball royalty at the game: Hall of Famers Oscar Robertson and Reggie Miller, both seated near the court as well, along with Mark Jackson, Dale Davis and many other former Pacers. Former Indianapolis Colts star Edgerrin James also was among those in the crowd.

Pacers owner Herb Simon, “a reluctant receiver of attention,” is on a Hall of Fame and NBA Finals roll. Around Indy, “Everyone’s thrilled for Herbie.”