| News |
|---|
|
T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell (hamstring) questionable vs. NYK
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 11:42 AM
NBA Injury Report
T.J. McConnell (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: If there's some good news to come from McConnell landing on the injury report, it's that this listing is due to a sore right hamstring. An injury to his left hamstring during the preseason pushed the veteran's season debut back to mid-November. If McConnell can't play on Tuesday, more opportunities will be available for the rookie Kam Jones. |
|
Micah Potter Micah Potter (hip) questionable vs. New York
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 11:40 AM
NBA Injury Report
Micah Potter (hip) is questionable to play against the Knicks on Tuesday.
Analysis: Potter has been dealing with this hip issue over the past week, though he has been able to play in Indiana's last two games. He played 26 minutes on Sunday, though he hasn't been able to produce much value during his time on the floor. |
|
Ivica Zubac Zubac (ankle) could make Pacers debut Tuesday
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 11:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Ivica Zubac (ankle) is questionable to play against the Knicks on Tuesday.
Analysis: Zubac was dealt to Indiana at the trade deadline and could suit up for his new team for the first time. Though managers shouldn't expect him to suit up often this year, his presence will push Jay Huff to a bench role. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (hand) questionable vs. New York
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 11:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith (hand) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Nesmith, who is dealing with a strained left hand, started and played 23 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Raptors. If he's unable to play on Tuesday, Ben Sheppard's playing time would likely increase. Sheppard's production has been modest for most of this season, so he is not a must-stream player, even on a four-game night. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard struggles, finishes with 10 points
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 11:39 AM
Andrew Nembhard accounted for 10 points (4-of-18 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, two steals and one three-pointer in Sunday's loss to the Raptors.
Analysis: Nembhard had a rough afternoon in Toronto, continuing a slump in which he's shot 12-of-40 from the field over his last three games. Having shot 36.1 percent from the field, his fantasy value is ranked outside the top 150 over the past two weeks. While his season-long fantasy value remains respectable, Nembhard's value has not received the boost that many fantasy managers hoped with Tyrese Haliburton unavailable. He's higher on opposing teams' scouting reports, and that's affected Nembhard's efficiency. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam scores team-high 18 points vs. TOR
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 11:39 AM
Pascal Siakam finished Sunday's loss to the Raptors with 18 points (7-of-15 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Sunday's game got away from Siakam and the Pacers in the third quarter, as the Raptors outscored them by a 44-26 margin. That factored into Spicy P playing only 24 minutes, which may be a concerning development for managers counting on him to deliver consistently excellent production through the fantasy playoffs. However, this was the first game since January 10 in which Siakam played less than 32 minutes, so there's no need to panic. The Pacers play five games in Week 17, starting with the Knicks on Tuesday. |
|
Micah Potter Micah Potter (hip) available vs. Toronto
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 8:15 AM
Indiana Pacers
Micah Potter (hip) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Potter was active for Friday's loss to the Bucks, playing 16 minutes off the bench. He'll likely take on a similar workload against Toronto, which makes Potter a non-factor in most fantasy leagues. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (elbow) upgraded to available
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 8:12 AM
Indiana Pacers
Aaron Nesmith (elbow) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Sunday's game, Nesmith is good to go. He'll take on his usual role within the starting lineup, and Jarace Walker remains with the reserves. |
|
Micah Potter Micah Potter (hip) questionable vs. Toronto
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 10:52 AM
NBA Injury Report
Micah Potter (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Potter played 16 minutes off the bench in Friday's loss to the Bucks and will take on a similar workload if available on Sunday. If Potter can't play, starter Jay Huff's playing time will likely increase, with the Pacers going small when he's not on the court. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (elbow) questionable vs. Toronto
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 10:48 AM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith (elbow) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Nesmith is dealing with a sprained left elbow. If he can't play on Sunday, the Pacers would likely move Jarace Walker of Ben Sheppard into the starting lineup. Turnover concerns aside, Walker offers a much higher fantasy ceiling than Sheppard. |
|
Jarace Walker Jarace Walker adds 15 points, nine boards vs. MIL
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 5:09 PM
Jarace Walker amassed 15 points (6-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), nine rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Friday's loss to the Bucks.
Analysis: Walker came off the bench and nearly secured a double-double in his 30 minutes of game action. He took advantage of his scoring opportunities by converting shots at an efficient rate and was active on the boards throughout the game, allowing him to finish as Indiana's leading rebounder. The versatile forward did some good things on the defensive end, as well, leading to another strong performance overall. Walker should continue to be a nice piece off Indiana's bench the rest of the season. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam tallies 19 points Friday vs. Bucks
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 5:03 PM
Pascal Siakam added 19 points (7-of-19 FGs, 4-of-8 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in the loss to the Bucks on Friday.
Analysis: Siakam struggled with his shooting on Friday, especially from behind the three-point line, where he made just one of eight attempts. Missed opportunities from the foul line also cost him some points, but he still finished as Indiana's second-leading scorer against the Bucks. The veteran forward made up for his inefficient shooting performance by making solid contributions on the glass and as a passer. Yet, he left a lot of meat on the bone in this game. He'll have a chance to get back on track against the Raptors on Sunday. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard scores 22 points in loss to MIL
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 4:56 PM
Andrew Nembhard totaled 22 points (6-of-17 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), two rebounds, eight assists, one steal and three three-pointers on Friday in the loss to the Bucks.
Analysis: Despite inefficient shooting, especially from beyond the arc, Nembhard had the shooting volume and free-throw production to conclude as Indiana's leading scorer on Friday. He shouldered the load as a facilitator, as well, leading the Pacers in assists and nearly notching a double-double. The production and high minutes total were encouraging from a fantasy basketball perspective, given his recent missed game due to a back injury. Nembhard's health will be something to monitor, but he appears to be in a good spot at the moment. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Nembhard, Nesmith, Furphy, Huff, Siakam starting
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 1:40 PM
Scott Agness
Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith, Johnny Furphy, Jay Huff and Pascal Siakam will start against the Bucks on Friday.
Analysis: Nembhard is back in the lineup, and so is Aaron Nesmith, for Indiana's first game following the trade deadline. This opening unit will almost certainly change once Ivica Zubac, whom the Pacers just traded for, is available to play. But they'll have to do without his services on Friday as they try to end a two-game losing streak. |
|
Micah Potter Micah Potter (hip) available Friday vs. Milwaukee
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 1:23 PM
Indiana Pacers
Micah Potter (hip) is available to play against the Bucks on Friday.
Analysis: Potter will return from a one-game absence to face the Bucks on Friday. He'll likely have a chance to play a bigger-than-usual role in the game, as the Pacers' frontcourt suddenly looks thin while they await Ivica Zubac's availability after recently trading for him and shipping out Isaiah Jackson. Potter is averaging 6.7 points and 3.8 rebounds across 18 appearances. |
|
Micah Potter Micah Potter (hip) questionable vs. Milwaukee
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 12:30 PM
NBA Injury Report
Micah Potter (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: After playing 11 minutes in Monday's loss to the Rockets, Potter was held out of Tuesday's loss to the Jazz. While there should be rotation minutes available on Friday if he plays, how much action he sees will depend in part on the Pacers' plans for new addition Ivica Zubac, and if he's with the team by then. |
|
Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (rest) absent from injury report
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 12:26 PM
NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam (rest) is not on the injury report for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Siakam did not play in Tuesday's loss to the Jazz, as it was the Pacers' second game of a back-to-back. With Spicy P back in the fold, Jarace Walker is most likely headed to the bench. Walker will still play rotation minutes, and his fantasy ceiling will be higher as the season progresses, given the Pacers' focus on rebuilding. |
|
Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (hand) absent from injury report
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 12:22 PM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith (hand) is not on the injury report for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Nesmith did not play in Tuesday's loss to the Jazz, as it was Indiana's second game in as many nights. His return will push Ben Sheppard to the bench. Not offering much streaming when inserted into the starting lineup, Sheppard is not worth holding onto in most leagues. |
|
Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back) absent from injury report
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 12:19 PM
NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard (back) is not on the injury report for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Nembhard is available after sitting out the second game of Indiana's Monday/Tuesday back-to-back. His return means rookie Kam Jones will head to the bench, where he doesn't offer much value to fantasy managers. However, Jones should play plenty between now and the end of the season as the Pacers look to improve their chances of landing a high-lottery pick. |
|
T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell (knee) absent from injury report
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 12:15 PM
NBA Injury Report
T.J. McConnell (knee) is not on the injury report for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: McConnell will be back in the Pacers' rotation after sitting out Tuesday's loss to the Jazz, which was Indiana's second game in as many nights. With Andrew Nembhard (back) also available, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson will likely lose out on playing time against Milwaukee. |
Connect With Us:
