Ahead of his first NBA Finals appearance, Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner says the blueprint has changed for building a championship team. According to Turner, the era of stacking superstars is over and a new age has begun that is defined by teamwork and friendship.

With some questions regarding the imminent future of Myles Turner, the latest report has him and the Pacers close to an extension.

Brian Windhorst reports that Indiana Pacers ownership has warmed up to paying the luxury tax. He said, “Ownership will greenlight them going a little bit into the tax for a little while.” That marks a major shift.