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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker (hip) posts 14/9/8 line Thursday
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 4:35 PM
Jarace Walker added 14 points (5-of-15 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, eight assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in the victory over the Nets on Thursday.
Analysis: Walker was impactful across the board on Thursday ??" he produced as a scorer, attacked the glass, facilitated, and was disruptive on the defensive end throughout the game. As a result, the third-year forward came close to securing a double-double. Walker has now scored in double figures while securing at least six rebounds and four assists in three of the last four games. He's contributing in all areas down the stretch of the season and will look to have another productive game on Friday against the Sixers. |
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Micah Potter Micah Potter secures double-double vs. Brooklyn
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 4:28 PM
Micah Potter totaled 18 points (8-of-15 FGs, 1-of-3 FTs), 14 rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer in Thursday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Potter performed well in his 23 minutes on Thursday. He was aggressive as a shot-taker, an approach that led him to finish as the team's second-highest scorer on the evening. However, his domination on the glass was perhaps the most impressive part of the outing; Potter's 14 boards led all players and marked a new season high. The fifth-year center has played the best basketball of his NBA career this season; he'll have a chance to finish strong with two games remaining. |
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Obi Toppin Obi Toppin goes for 26 points off bench vs. Nets
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 4:21 PM
Obi Toppin tallied 26 points (11-of-14 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), nine rebounds and three assists in the win over the Nets on Thursday.
Analysis: Toppin used his 19 minutes of game action well on Thursday, missing just three shots en route to finishing as the only Pacers player with 20 or more points. The sixth-year forward also excelled on the glass and came up just one rebound shy of earning a double-double. He was one of several Indiana players to leave their mark on a game that the Pacers were comfortably in control of from start to finish. |
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Micah Potter IND: Jackson, Thompson, Slawson, Walker, Potter
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 1:20 PM
NBA Lineups
Quenton Jackson, Ethan Thompson, Jalen Slawson, Jarace Walker and Micah Potter will start Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: The Pacers have made two changes to their starting lineup, one prompted by injury. Slawson will fill the void left by Kobe Brown, while Potter's insertion into the lineup means that Jay Huff will come off the bench. Also, Walker is available after being a game-time decision. |
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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker (hip) available Thursday vs. Nets
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 12:58 PM
Indiana Pacers
Jarace Walker (hip) is available to play against the Nets on Thursday.
Analysis: Despite dealing with a hip injury, Walker will take the floor on Thursday to provide the Pacers with a combination of scoring and rebounding. The third-year forward has started over half of the 74 games he's appeared in this season and should make another against the Nets. He's averaging 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. |
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Kobe Brown Kobe Brown (back) downgraded to out vs. Brooklyn
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 12:54 PM
NBA Injury Report
Kobe Brown (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Brown, who exited Tuesday's loss to the Timberwolves during the second quarter and did not return, will not play on Thursday. His absence means more playing time for Jalen Slawson, whose ceiling could be raised even higher if Jarace Walker can't play. Walker is a game-time decision with a hip injury. |
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Ben Sheppard Ben Sheppard (hip) available vs. Nets on Thursday
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 12:54 PM
Scott Agness
Ben Sheppard (hip) will not play against the Nets on Thursday.
Analysis: Thursday's absence will mark the third straight for Sheppard, who's served as a part-time starter in his third NBA season. While sidelined, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson could continue to see a lot of minutes for a Pacers team that has been hurt by injuries this season. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard, T.J. McConnell remain out vs. BKN
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 11:38 AM
NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard (back) and T.J. McConnell (hamstring) are out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: The continued absences of Nembhard and McConnell mean that Quenton Jackson will continue to serve as the starting point guard. Also, rookie Kam Jones has moved into the rotation as the backup point guard. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam, Aaron Nesmith remain out vs. BKN
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 11:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam (ankle) and Aaron Nesmith (neck) are out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Thursday's game will be the third that Siakam has missed, and the sixth straight on the sidelines for Nesmith. Jalen Slawson may benefit the most regarding playing time, as Kobe Brown and Jarace Walker are considered questionable for Thursday night. |
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Ben Sheppard Ben Sheppard (hip) questionable vs. Brooklyn
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 11:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Ben Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Sheppard has missed Indiana's last two games with a strained right hip. If he can play, there will certainly be minutes available, as Pascal Siakam and Aaron Nesmith remain out, while Jarace Walker and Kobe Brown are also questionable. |
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Kobe Brown Kobe Brown, Jarace Walker questionable vs. BKN
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 11:26 AM
NBA Injury Report
Kobe Brown (back) and Jarace Walker (hip) are questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Brown had to exit Tuesday's loss to the Timberwolves at halftime, while Walker played 28 minutes in his first game after a four-game absence. Jalen Slawson would likely log heavy minutes if one or both cannot play against the Nets. |
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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker (back) scores 11 points in return
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 3:33 PM
Jarace Walker (back) tallied 11 points (4-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, three steals and one three-pointer in Tuesday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Walker was in the Pacers' lineup on Tuesday after missing four games with a back injury, and he logged 28 minutes. The five turnovers weren't good, but the rebounds, assists and steals helped offset them. How Walker goes about finishing this season will be critical regarding his outlook for next season. With the Pacers getting Tyrese Haliburton back and likely adding a lottery pick, the rotation will be far more crowded than it currently is. Walker's finish may go a long way toward him carving out a role for himself when the Pacers return to full strength. |
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Obi Toppin Obi Toppin accounts for 14 points vs. Minnesota
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 3:33 PM
Obi Toppin recorded 14 points (4-of-13 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Tuesday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Toppin has scored in double figures in three straight and six of his last seven games. The playing time remains limited, with the Pacers forward logging 22 minutes on Tuesday, but he's managed to provide value on most nights. Indiana's rotation will look considerably different next season, but Toppin's athleticism makes him someone capable of providing deep-league value in a reserve role. |
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Kobe Brown Kobe Brown (back) will not return vs. Minnesota
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 2:27 PM
Tony East
Kobe Brown (back) will not return to Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Brown played 16 first-half minutes before being sidelined by a sore lower back. Jalen Slawson replaced Brown in the lineup to begin the third quarter. He should have more opportunities in the Pacers' remaining games if Brown has to miss time. |
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Jay Huff IND starts Jackson, Thompson, Brown, Walker, Huff
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 12:43 PM
NBA Lineups
Quenton Jackson, Ethan Thompson, Kobe Brown, Jarace Walker and Jay Huff will start Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Walker is back in the lineup after a four-game absence, which pushes Jalen Slawson to the bench. The other change to the lineup is Huff, who replaces Micah Potter. |
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Obi Toppin Obi Toppin (foot) available Tuesday vs. T-Wolves
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 11:48 AM
Obi Toppin (foot) is available for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Toppin continues to deal with a foot injury, but after being listed as probable his availability isn't much of a surprise. The 28-year-old power forward had 21 points and eight rebounds in Sunday's loss to the Cavaliers. Fantasy managers can expect Toppin to play 20-25 minutes against the Timberwolves on Tuesday. |
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Ben Sheppard Ben Sheppard (hip) downgraded to out vs. Minnesota
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 11:29 AM
Dustin Dopirak
Ben Sheppard (hip) is out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Sheppard will miss a second consecutive game as he continues to deal with a strained right hip. With Jarace Walker returning from a back injury, he can absorb the minutes that would have gone to Sheppard. |
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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker (back) upgraded to available vs. MIN
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 11:24 AM
Dustin Dopirak
Jarace Walker (back) is available for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Walker is back after a four-game absence. He was a starter before the injury, so Walker's return may push Kobe Brown back to the bench. |
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T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell (hamstring) out again vs. Wolves
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 12:00 PM
NBA Injury Report
T.J. McConnell (hamstring) has been ruled out against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
Analysis: McConnell will remain out for a fourth straight game, and with Andrew Nembhard (back) out as well, Indiana will turn to Quenton Jackson and Kam Jones for the point guard minutes. Jackson should continue to play a larger role as a starter. |
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Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (neck) remains out vs. Minnesota
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 11:58 AM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith (neck) has been ruled out against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
Analysis: Nesmith will miss a fifth straight game, which should lead to another start for Ethan Thompson, who logged 30 minutes on Sunday. He struggled to produce, but he should play a large role once again with Nesmith out. |
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