Nancy Leonard, the wife of former Indiana Pacers coach and GM Bobby "Slick" Leonard who was considered the matriarch of the team, has died at 93. The Simon Family and Pacers Sports & Entertainment confirmed Leonard's death in a statement Wednesday, Sept. 24: "We are heartbroken to hear of Nancy Leonard’s passing. Quite simply, we would not be here without her. From the earliest days of the franchise, Nancy poured her heart and soul into the team, not just as the wife of Slick Leonard, but as a female trailblazer who rallied the community when we needed it the most. From organizing the now-legendary telethon that helped save the team to being a constant presence courtside as a true superfan, her passion for the organization made her beloved by generations of players, alumni and staff. She will always be part of the Pacers family and her legacy will continue to shape who we are. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Leonard family and all who were touched by Nancy's remarkable life." MORE: https://www.wthr.com/article/sports/nba/indiana-pacers/nancy-leonard-first-lady-indiana-basketball-dies-at-93-indiana-pacers-nba-slick-leonard/531-dc8db9aa-e1b5-475e-9ce1-23eebc424935