| News |
|---|
|
Jay Huff Jay Huff records 14 points, complete stat line
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 7:30 PM
Jay Huff amassed 16 points (6-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: In recent games, there hasn't been much separation in the playing time for starter Jay Huff and backup Micah Potter. That wasn't the case on Friday, as Huff logged 33 minutes to Potter's 14. Huff recorded a complete stat line in his time on the court, while Potter finished with eight points, six rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer. Playing 30-plus minutes consistently would raise Huff's fantasy ceiling for the rest of the season, but that isn't guaranteed. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard posts 17 points, eight assists
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 7:25 PM
Andrew Nembhard finished Friday's loss to the Lakers with 17 points (7-of-14 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, eight assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Limited to 24 minutes in Wednesday's blowout loss to the Clippers, Nembhard played 31 minutes against the Lakers. And the production was there, with the point guard shooting 50 percent from the field and dishing out eight assists. Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle stuck with a rotation of Nembhard and T.J. McConnell (10 points, one rebound, four assists and two steals), with Kam Jones picking up another DNP-CD. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam scores team-high 26 points vs. LAL
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 7:22 PM
Pascal Siakam accumulated 26 points (10-of-20 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, three assists and two steals in Friday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Siakam logged 29 minutes on Friday, finishing with an excellent stat line that only lacked a blocked shot. As long as he's close to 30 minutes, fantasy managers should not have much to worry about regarding Spicy P's fantasy value. The Pacers play one more game in Week 19, visiting the Trail Blazers on Sunday. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (ankle, back) upgraded to available
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 3:58 PM
Indiana Pacers
Aaron Nesmith (ankle, back) is available for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Nesmith was initially probable for Friday's game, so the upgrade in status was expected. He'll look to put forth a better effort than he did in Wednesday's loss to the Clippers, having scored two points on 1-of-8 shooting. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) available vs. Lakers
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 3:53 PM
Indiana Pacers
Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) is available for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Nembhard is good to go after being listed as probable on the Pacers' initial injury report. He was limited to 24 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Clippers, a game that got out of hand during the third quarter. He may be able to play a bit more if the Pacers keep things close against the Lakers. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) upgraded to available
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 3:51 PM
Indiana Pacers
Pascal Siakam (wrist) is available for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: As expected, Siamak is good to go after initially being listed as probable for Friday's game. He logged 30 minutes in Wednesday's blowout loss to the Clippers and should take on a similar workload against the Lakers. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) probable vs. LAL
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 2:11 PM
NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) is probable to play against the Lakers on Friday.
Analysis: Nembhard played on Wednesday following a one-game absence, and while he is still managing those injuries, he should continue to play his usual role. Expect Nembhard to be in the starting unit against Los Angeles. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (ankle, back) probable vs. Lakers
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 2:11 PM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith (ankle, back) is probable for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Nesmith made his return to the Pacers' lineup on Wednesday after a five-game absence, playing 20 minutes in a loss to the Clippers. The probable tag suggests that he'll be available on Friday, but the Pacers may look to limit Nesmith's workload. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) probable vs. Los Angeles
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 2:08 PM
NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam (wrist) is probable to play against the Lakers on Friday.
Analysis: Siakam played on Wednesday, which was his return from a three-game absence with this sprained wrist. He's still managing the injury, but it isn't expected to keep him on the sidelines against Los Angeles. |
|
Jay Huff Jay Huff hits four triples, scores 18 points
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 7:31 PM
Jay Huff amassed 18 points (7-of-13 FGs), five rebounds, one assist, one block and four three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Clippers.
Analysis: Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle continues to stick with a timeshare at the center position, with Huff and Micah Potter (10 points, six rebounds, one block and one three-pointer) handling the responsibilities. On Wednesday, Huff logged 25 minutes while Potter logged 24, with the overlap occurring due to both being on the court in the final minutes of the 130-107 defeat. Over the past month, both have provided top-100 value in eight-cat formats and are worth a look in deeper leagues. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (ankle) struggles in return vs. LAC
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 7:28 PM
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) accounted for two points (1-of-8 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), three rebounds and two assists in Wednesday's loss to the Clippers.
Analysis: Nesmith was back in the Pacers' rotation after a five-game absence, and he was immediately thrust into the starting lineup. He had a rough go of it against the Clippers, shooting 1-of-4 from two and 0-of-4 from beyond the arc. Nesmith was limited to 20 minutes, and his fantasy value was low even before the ankle injury. Besides his status as a starter, there isn't much reason to consider rostering Nesmith in most fantasy leagues. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) scores 29 points in return
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 7:21 PM
Pascal Siakam (wrist) finished Wednesday's loss to the Clippers with 29 points (8-of-14 FGs, 12-of-14 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer.
Analysis: After missing three games with a sprained wrist, Siakam played 30 minutes against the Clippers. And he was highly effective, shooting excellent percentages from the field and the foul line. There may not have been any defensive stats to speak of, but most fantasy managers will be happy that Siakam was allowed to play 30 minutes in a blowout defeat. Indiana plays two more games in Week 19, and the good news for fantasy managers is that they don't have a back-to-back. Hopefully, that means Siakam will be available for both. |
|
Jarace Walker IND starts Nembhard, Nesmith, Walker, Siakam, Huff
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 4:06 PM
NBA Lineups
Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith, Jabari Walker, Pascal Siakam and Jay Huff will start Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Nembhard, Nesmith and Siakam are all available after missing time due to injury. Their returns mean that Kam Jones, Ben Sheppard and Obi Toppin will come off the bench. Walker remaining with the starters ensures his fantasy value doesn't take a significant hit. |
|
Obi Toppin Obi Toppin (foot) upgraded to available vs. LAC
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 3:23 PM
NBA Injury Report
Obi Toppin (foot) is available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Toppin was initially probable for Wednesday's game. He has totaled 19 minutes in his first two appearances after missing four months with a foot injury, and the playing time may not change much on Wednesday. And with Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle saying that Toppin's minutes limit may remain in place for the rest of the season, he isn't a must-roster player in most leagues. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 3:20 PM
Tomer Azarly
Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) is available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Nembhard is back in the lineup after missing Sunday's loss to the Grizzlies. His return means that Kam Jones will head to the bench, where the rookie's fantasy value takes a significant hit. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (ankle) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 3:17 PM
Tomer Azarly
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Injured during a February 19 loss to the Wizards, Nesmith is available to play on Wednesday. While he should return to the starting lineup, pushing Ben Sheppard to the bench, Nesmith's playing time may be limited because of the games he missed. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 3:15 PM
Tomer Azarly
Pascal Siakam (wrist) is available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Siakam is back after a three-game absence. His return will likely push Jarace Walker to the bench. However, those who have been rostering Walker should still put him in their lineups, as his playing time may not be affected much. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (ankle) questionable vs. Clippers
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 2:06 PM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Nesmith sprained his ankle during a February 19 loss to the Wizards and hasn't played since, missing Indiana's last five games. Ben Sheppard entered the starting lineup in the game before Nesmith's injury and has remained in that role. If Nesmith can play on Wednesday, Sheppard is likely to lose out on playing time. |
|
Obi Toppin Obi Toppin (foot) probable vs. Clippers
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 2:05 PM
NBA Injury Report
Obi Toppin (foot) is probable to play against the Clippers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Toppin has played and started in each of Indiana's last two games, though he has logged a grand total of 19 minutes. Pascal Siakam (wrist) is questionable, and if he plays, Toppin will likely come off the bench. Regardless, Toppin won't play enough to be worth rostering. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) questionable vs. LAC
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 2:03 PM
NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) is questionable to play against the Clippers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Nembhard missed Sunday's game against Memphis, which allowed rookie Kam Jones to start at point guard in his stead. If Nembhard remains out for another game, Jones will likely occupy that role once again. He had 10 points and 10 assists in 33 minutes against the Grizzlies. |
Connect With Us:
