Wally Hughes

Wally Hughes

Joined: Sep 18, 2014

Hughes is an NBA and NCAA Basketball writer living in rural Kentucky, approximately 75 miles south of the Mecca of College Basketball. He primarily covers the Indiana Pacers for Hoops Habit. Hughes graduated from Western Kentucky University's School of Journalism and Broadcasting in 2011, and has since wrote for various outlets, including Bluegrass Dominion (formerly Wave the Red Towel) and Four Four Crew. He is a diehard Hilltoppers fan (Go Tops!), as well as a fan of the Pacers and Cincinnati sports teams.

Mar 12, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) gestures before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Who Will Replace Roy Hibbert?

Feb 22, 2015; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Joseph Young (3) during the first half of the game against the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Godofredo Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers Going ‘All-in’ With Second-Round Picks

Mar 14, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard George Hill (3) brings the ball up court against the Boston Celtics at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Boston defeats Indiana 93-89. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Will George Hill Make the Leap In 2015-16?

Apr 5, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) leads a fast break against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 112-89. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Paul George, MVP Candidate?

Apr 10, 2015; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) brings the ball up court during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Pacers won 107-103. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Paul George Should Listen To Larry Bird, Embrace Role Change

Apr 14, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guards C.J. Miles (0) and Rodney Stuckey (2) react to the Pacers taking a commanding lead in double overtime against the Washington Wizards at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Washington 99-95 in double overtime. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Will Small-Ball Lineup Work?

Jun 25, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Myles Turner (Texas) greets NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the number eleven overall pick to the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the 2015 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Rookies Myles Turner, Joe Young Shine In Summer League

Apr 26, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) runs back up the court during the second half against the Houston Rockets in game four of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Ellis leads the Mavericks with 31 points. The Mavericks defeated the Rockets 121-109. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers Get Monta Ellis On 4-Year Deal At Bargain Price

Mar 20, 2015; Omaha, NE, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Joseph Young (3) reacts after a basket against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the first half in the second round of the 2015 NCAA Tournament at CenturyLink Center. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Will Joseph Young Make An Immediate Impact?

Jan 30, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens (right) speaks to guard Marcus Smart (36) during the second half of a game against the Houston Rockets at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports

Marcus Smart Should Start For Boston Celtics

Jan 14, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens talks with forward center Jared Sullinger (7) during the second quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Making Playoffs, Not Tanking, More Important For Future Of Boston Celtics

Jan 12, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens watches during the second half of a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports

Why Boston Celtics Must Be Patient

Oct 6, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Thornton (4) drives the ball to the basket against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second half at TD Garden. Boston defeated the 76ers 98-78. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Trade Rumors: 5 Potential Trade Destinations For Marcus Thornton

Jan 12, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Is Jae Crowder Part Of Team’s Future?

Jan 2, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jeff Green (8) looks to get around Dallas Mavericks guard Rajon Rondo (9) during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Trade Rumors: Recapping A Busy Weekend

Jan 5, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard James Young (13) drives the ball against Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) in the second half at TD Garden. Charlotte defeated the Celtics 104-95. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Is James Young Boston’s Next Star?