Pascal Siakam sounded the alarm after the Indiana Pacers' 111-94 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday, stating that losing should not be the norm for the team.
What happened?
The Pacers suffered their sixth consecutive loss and 24th overall in the 2025-26 NBA season, a far cry from their performance in the 2024-25 season.
They had one of the league's best offenses with Tyrese Haliburton leading the charge, but this season they are a shell of their former selves.
Why it matters for Pascal Siakam
Siakam thinks that the team's mindset needs to change, and they should not be resigned to losing.
He told reporters, via Alex Golden of "Setting The Pace" podcast, that the team needs to feel the pain of losing and use it as motivation to improve.
The Pacers are currently third-worst in the league with a -8.3 net rating, and Siakam's words are a wake-up call for the team.
What comes next?
The Pacers will look to turn things around starting with Friday's game against the Boston Celtics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Siakam's message is clear: the team needs to play with pride and show better quality on the court for their fans.
And with their current performance, they have a long way to go to regain their confidence and form.
But Siakam's stern warning is a step in the right direction, and it remains to be seen if the team will heed his call.
The Pacers' downward spiral is a concern for the team and their fans, and Siakam's words are a reminder that they need to take action to change their fortunes.
So the question is, will the Pacers respond to Siakam's warning and start playing with the pride and passion that he is calling for?
Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the team needs to make a change and start winning games.