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Myles Turner
Myles Turner (neck) questionable vs. New York
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 11:38 AM
NBA Injury Report
Myles Turner (neck) is questionable to play against the Knicks on Tuesday.
Analysis: Turner missed Saturday's game against the Lakers after injuring his neck against the Clippers on Thursday. Thomas Bryant got the start in his place and finished with 13 points, eight rebounds and four assists in 23 minutes. If Turner remains out again, Bryant should be a worthy streaming option.
Thomas Bryant
Thomas Bryant posts 13/8/4 line in spot start
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 1:28 PM
Thomas Bryant accounted for 13 points (6-of-10 FGs), eight rebounds, four assists, and one 3-pointer in 23 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Bryant made his third start since joining the Pacers, filling in for the injured Myles Turner. He had a solid afternoon against the Lakers, shooting 60% from the field and recording solid rebound and assist numbers. Obi Toppin contributed 14 points, five rebounds, three assists, and three 3-pointers in 22 minutes off the bench, but it wasn't enough on a day when Austin Reaves scored a career-high 45 points. Since Turner (neck) did not have to enter the league's concussion protocol, he may have a better chance of returning for Tuesday's game against the Knicks. If so, there would be no need to hold onto Bryant in most leagues.
Pascal Siakam
Pascal Siakam leads Pacers with 23 points vs. LAL
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 1:25 PM
Pascal Siakam produced a stat line of 23 points (6-of-15 FGs, 11-of-11 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 33 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: While Siakam has scored 20 points or more in six of his last seven outings, Saturday's stat line was boosted by an 11-of-11 afternoon at the foul line. He shot 1-of-9 from the field in the first three quarters before turning things around during the fourth. Despite the mediocre shooting against the Lakers, Siakam has been a 1st-round player in 8- and 9-cat formats over the past two weeks. Before he heads to San Francisco for next weekend's All-Star Game, Siakam will play games against the Knicks (Tuesday) and Wizards (Wednesday).
Tyrese Haliburton
Tyrese Haliburton tallies 19 points, nine assists
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 1:22 PM
Tyrese Haliburton logged 36 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Lakers, tallying 19 points (7-of-15 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), two rebounds, nine assists, two steals, one block, and four 3-pointers.
Analysis: After scoring 14 points on 5-of-16 shooting against Portland (zero points) and the Clippers, Haliburton was better against the Lakers. However, he got off to another slow start, shooting 1-of-7 from the field in the first half. Unsurprisingly, the Pacers also started slowly, ultimately digging a hole too deep to climb out of. However, despite Haliburton's slow starts, he's still offered top-20 value in 8-cat formats over the past two weeks (ranked just outside the top-10 in 9-cat). The Pacers go into the All-Star break with a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back, beginning with the Knicks at home.
Myles Turner
Myles Turner (neck) ruled out vs. Lakers Saturday
Fri, Feb 7, 2025, 2:15 PM
Scott Agness
Myles Turner (neck) has been ruled out against the Lakers on Saturday.
Analysis: Turner exited early on Thursday and will remain out on Saturday, but the initial diagnosis was that he had a concussion. The team is now saying that it is a neck strain. Regardless, Thomas Bryant should get the starting nod at center.
Bennedict Mathurin
Bennedict Mathurin finishes win with 25 points
Thu, Feb 6, 2025, 7:25 PM
Bennedict Mathurin shot 8-of-13 from the field and 8-of-12 from the foul line in Thursday's win over the Clippers, accounting for 25 points, six rebounds, four assists, and one 3-pointer in 28 minutes.
Analysis: The 25 points are the most Mathurin has scored in a game since New Year's Eve. And he needed a night like Thursday. Over the past two weeks, Mathurin has been ranked well outside the top 200 in 8-cat formats. He doesn't provide much value in the defensive categories, so a decrease in scoring (15.4 ppg over the past two weeks) significantly impacts Mathurin more than more well-rounded wings.
Thomas Bryant
Thomas Bryant records double-double vs. Clippers
Thu, Feb 6, 2025, 7:24 PM
Thomas Bryant finished Thursday's win over the Clippers with 12 points (4-of-10 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block, and two 3-pointers in 28 minutes.
Analysis: The Pacers lost starting center Myles Turner during the first quarter of Thursday's game, as he exited after taking a Bennedict Mathurin forearm to the face. That meant more minutes for Bryant, who recorded his first double-double of the season. While Obi Toppin (10/6/2/1 in 28 minutes) started the third quarter, Bryant is likely to be the replacement in the starting lineup if Turner misses time.
Pascal Siakam
Pascal Siakam goes off for 33/11/2/2 stat line
Thu, Feb 6, 2025, 7:24 PM
Pascal Siakam played 35 minutes in Thursday's 119-112 win over the Clippers, tallying 33 points (13-of-19 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, two assists, two steals, and five 3-pointers.
Analysis: Siakam was outstanding on Thursday, recording his second 30-point game of the season. While he hasn't been a prolific scorer, Spicy P's consistency, especially over the past three weeks, has benefitted fantasy managers. Averaging 23.8 points per game during this stretch, he's offered top 20 per-game value in 8-cat formats. Siakam's headed to the All-Star Game next weekend, and his play since the beginning of 2025 is one reason the Pacers have played better basketball.
Myles Turner
Myles Turner (concussion) will not return Thursday
Thu, Feb 6, 2025, 5:10 PM
Indiana Pacers
Myles Turner (concussion) will not return to Thursday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Turner took an inadvertent forearm to the face from teammate Bennedict Mathurin and struggled to steady himself while attempting to get back to his feet. He was taken to the locker room to be evaluated for a concussion and has since been ruled out for the rest of the game. Thomas Bryant will play more minutes off the bench and should move into the starting lineup if Turner misses time.
Pascal Siakam
Pascal Siakam records 16 points, full stat line
Tue, Feb 4, 2025, 6:37 PM
Pascal Siakam logged 32 minutes in Tuesday's loss to Portland, finishing with 16 points (6-of-14 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one blocked shot.
Analysis: Siakam's streak of games with at least 20 points ended at four on Tuesday. While Spicy P did fill the stat line, the production was modest outside of points and rebounds. Over the past two weeks, Siakam has offered top 20 per-game value in 8-cat formats, so Tuesday's performance should not concern fantasy managers too much. He'll look to start another 20-point streak when the Pacers visit the Clippers on Thursday.
Andrew Nembhard
Andrew Nembhard leads Pacers with 17 points
Tue, Feb 4, 2025, 6:30 PM
Andrew Nembhard shot 6-of-10 from the field and 5-of-6 from the foul line in Tuesday's loss to Portland, scoring 17 points with six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one blocked shot in 27 minutes.
Analysis: Nembhard was one of the few bright spots in one of Indiana's most disappointing performances of the season. He led the Pacers in scoring and recorded a complete stat line, continuing an excellent recent run. Over the past two weeks, Nembhard has offered 3rd-round per-game value in 8-cat formats. He remains rostered in 35% of Yahoo leagues, which is too low, given the recent increase in production. Even though Indiana only plays twice more during Week 15, Nembhard is worth picking up.
Tyrese Haliburton
Tyrese Haliburton goes scoreless in blowout loss
Tue, Feb 4, 2025, 6:26 PM
Tyrese Haliburton shot 0-of-3 from the foul line in Tuesday's loss to Portland, going scoreless with two rebounds, six assists, one steal, and two blocked shots in 25 minutes.
Analysis: Haliburton's performance on Tuesday was shockingly poor. He went scoreless for the second time this season (October 25 vs. New York). The Pacers point guard's passive play was more concerning than his points, as he attempted a season-low three shots. Category league managers may benefit from the defensive stats and assists, but overall, this was a lost night for Haliburton regarding fantasy value. He'll look to bounce back when the Pacers visit the Clippers on Thursday.
Aaron Nesmith
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) available Tuesday vs. POR
Tue, Feb 4, 2025, 3:43 PM
Dustin Dopirak
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against Portland.
Analysis: The Pacers planned on listing Nesmith as active regardless of how his pregame workout went. However, the sprained right ankle wasn't an issue, so he'll be available and will see action against the Blazers. Coming off the bench has limited Nesmith's fantasy value, so he's only a deep-league option at this point.
Myles Turner
Myles Turner (ankle) available Tuesday vs. POR
Tue, Feb 4, 2025, 3:13 PM
Dustin Dopirak
Myles Turner (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against Portland.
Analysis: Turner went through his pregame routine without issues, so he's playing against the Trail Blazers. Thomas Bryant, who started Monday's win over the Jazz, returns to the bench and has lost most of his streaming value.
Aaron Nesmith
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) questionable Tuesday at POR
Tue, Feb 4, 2025, 10:25 AM
Pacers on Twitter
Aaron Nesmith (right ankle sprain) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Nesmith is a late addition to the injury report which puts his status in doubt. If he's ultimately sidelined, Ben Sheppard could see an uptick in playing time, though Sheppard isn't a recommended streaming option.
Myles Turner
Myles Turner (ankle) questionable Tuesday vs. POR
Tue, Feb 4, 2025, 10:18 AM
Indiana Pacers
Myles Turner (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Portland.
Analysis: Turner did not play in Monday's win over Utah due to a right peroneal strain, so Thomas Bryant started. Bryant didn't have the most productive night, but he did log 26 minutes. Obi Toppin and Jarace Walker provided depth off the bench. If Turner remains out, Bryant will be worth the streaming risk in deep leagues.
Tyrese Haliburton
Tyrese Haliburton turns in 18/3/6/3/2 line vs. UTA
Mon, Feb 3, 2025, 6:27 PM
Tyrese Haliburton posted a strong line on Monday with 18 points (6-of-15 FGs), three rebounds, six assists, three steals, two blocks and three 3-pointers in a 112-111 win over the Jazz.
Analysis: Does anyone remember that slow start that Haliburton had? That feels like ancient history, and even if he isn't dishing out as many dimes as he did last season, he is inside the top-15 in 9-cat value over the course of the year now. He hit a big 3-pointer with less than a minute left in this game that gave Indiana the lead, which they never gave back. This was the first of four straight games on the road for Indiana, all of which are this week. They'll head to Portland on Tuesday, which will be the second night of a back-to-back.
Pascal Siakam
Pascal Siakam finishes with 22/6/4 line in win
Mon, Feb 3, 2025, 6:23 PM
Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 22 points (8-of-14 FGs), six rebounds, four assists and two blocks against the Jazz on Monday.
Analysis: Siakam has played well for Indiana all season, but he has stepped up his play recently. This was his fourth straight game with at least 20 points, and he has scored at least 20 in seven of their last eight games. Siakam has been instrumental in helping the Pacers win 12 of their last 14 games. They're now fourth in the East and sit just four games behind the Knicks. Siakam has been a big reason for that, and he has provided top ten value in 9-cat leagues over the past two weeks.
Thomas Bryant
Thomas Bryant finishes with 9/7/1/2/1 in start
Mon, Feb 3, 2025, 5:57 PM
Thomas Bryant got the start on Monday and finished with nine points (4-of-12 FGs), seven rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block against Utah.
Analysis: With Myles Turner (ankle) sidelined for this game, Bryant was able to get his second start of the season for Indiana. It wasn't as good as his first start, which was a 22-point performance from him, but he was still able to provide some value across the board. This was the first night of a back-to-back for the Pacers, so there is a chance that Turner is back in the lineup in Portland on Tuesday. However, if he misses another game, Bryant should be in line for another start.
Thomas Bryant
Thomas Bryant to start in place of Myles Turner
Mon, Feb 3, 2025, 2:42 PM
Indiana Pacers
The Pacers will start Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, Bennedict Mathurin, Pascal Siakam and Myles Turner against Utah on Monday.
Analysis: Turner (ankle) will be sidelined for just the fourth time this season, which will allow Thomas Bryant to get his second start as a Pacer. In his previous start, Bryant had 22 points, eight rebounds, one assist, two steals and two 3-pointers in 28 minutes. He should be worth streaming in this game.

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