WOW!!!: I’M SO EXCITED!!!: Indiana Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle Welcomes New Bouncing Baby Boy, Names Him After Pacers Legend

In a heartwarming and joyous announcement, Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has revealed that he and his wife, Dr. Donna Nobile, have welcomed a new addition to their family — a healthy baby boy! The proud father couldn’t contain his excitement, exclaiming, “I’m so excited! This is truly a blessing in our lives.”

What makes this moment even more special is the sentimental name Carlisle and his wife have chosen for their newborn son — honoring one of Indiana Pacers’ most iconic legends. The coach shared that naming his son after a Pacers great was a symbolic gesture, reflecting the deep love and respect he has for the franchise’s rich history and the inspirational figures who have helped shape it.

Though Coach Carlisle did not immediately reveal the exact name to the press, sources close to the family suggest the baby may be named after Reggie Miller, the legendary sharpshooter and Hall of Famer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in franchise history. The baby’s name is expected to be officially announced at a special private family celebration later this week.

Carlisle, who has long been admired for his leadership on and off the court, said this new chapter of fatherhood fills him with renewed purpose and joy. “Being a coach is a gift — but being a father, especially again at this stage in life, is something even more powerful,” he said.

The Indiana Pacers organization has expressed its congratulations, and fans have flooded social media with warm wishes, praising the coach for his tribute to team heritage and sharing in the celebration of his family’s blessing.

Congratulations to the Carlisle family on this beautiful new journey!