Mad Ants basketball has a new identity

NOBLESVILLE, Ind. (WANE) - Say goodbye to the Mad Ants and hello to the Noblesville Boom.The Pacers' NBA G-League affiliate is now named after a phrase that a legendary former coach made famous: "Boom, Baby!" The saying by Pacers coach and commentator Bobby "Slick" Leonard is now cemented as the rebrand of the team, Pacers Sports & Entertainment announced Wednesday.Formerly based in Fort Wayne, the Mad Ants referred to General "Mad" Anthony Wayne. In 2023, it was announced the team would mov