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Micah Potter Micah Potter knocks down career-high five triples
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 4:04 PM
Micah Potter provided a boost off the bench with 19 points (6-of-11 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, two steals and five three-pointers against the Hornets on Thursday.
Analysis: Potter has been on fire recently, scoring in double figures in six of his last seven games. After scoring a career-high 23 points on Tuesday, he followed that up by setting a new career high for three-pointers in this game. Potter has provided top-75 value in nine-category leagues over the past two weeks and should continue to play a large role for the remainder of the season. |
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Obi Toppin Obi Toppin (foot) plays eight minutes in return
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 3:57 PM
Obi Toppin returned to the lineup on Thursday and contributed three points (1-of-4 FGs), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in eight minutes against the Hornets.
Analysis: Toppin made his return after a four-month absence and was immediately inserted into the started unit. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said before the game that his minutes would be managed, but he only ended up playing eight minutes in the first half before sitting out the rest of the game. Toppin should have a role the rest of the way, but he shouldn't be rostered if his role is going to be this limited. |
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Obi Toppin Obi Toppin starting vs. Hornets in return
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 12:40 PM
Scott Agness
Andrew Nembhard, Ben Sheppard, Jarace Walker, Obi Toppin and Jay Huff will start against the Hornets on Thursday.
Analysis: Toppin will immediately start in his first game since Oct. 26, which means rookie Kam Jones will head to the bench after starting Indiana's last three games. He held streaming value as a starter, but with both Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell healthy, Jones likely won't play enough to be worth keeping rostered. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) ruled out vs. Charlotte
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam (wrist) has been ruled out against the Hornets on Thursday.
Analysis: This will be a second straight absence for Siakam, which means Ben Sheppard should be in line for another start. Sheppard has averaged 11 points and 2.0 three-pointers over his last four starts and should continue to provide some triples in an increased role. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back) upgraded to available
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:31 AM
Dustin Dopirak
Andrew Nembhard (back) is available for Thursday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Nembhard is good to go after being listed on the Pacers' injury report due to lower back injury management. He'll take on his usual starting point guard duties, likely sharing the floor with Kam Jones. |
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Obi Toppin Obi Toppin (foot) upgraded to available vs. CHA
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:24 AM
Tony East
Obi Toppin (foot) is available for Thursday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Thursday's game will be Toppin's first since October 26, when he injured his right foot against the Timberwolves. During his pregame availability, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said that Toppin's minutes will be limited on Thursday and for the rest of the season. That limits the forward's potential value, but managers who stashed Toppin for this long might as well take a conservative approach when deciding whether to drop him. |
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Obi Toppin Obi Toppin (foot) questionable vs. Charlotte
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 11:44 AM
Obi Toppin (foot) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Out since late October with a stress fracture in his right foot, Toppin could make his return to the lineup on Thursday. Given the amount of time that he's missed and where the Pacers are in the standings, fantasy managers should not expect too much from Toppin once he's cleared. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) doubtful vs. Charlotte
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 11:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam (wrist) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Siakam appears poised to miss a second consecutive game with a sprained left wrist. Ben Sheppard returned to the starting lineup for Tuesday's loss to the 76ers and should retain that role if Siakam can't return on Thursday. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back) questionable vs. Charlotte
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 11:29 AM
NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Lower back injury management has Nembhard back on the Pacers' injury report. If he's unable to play on Thursday, T.J. McConnell would be the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. However, McConnell's playing time has been limited recently as he continues to nurse a hamstring injury. Kam Jones, who recently moved into the starting lineup, will play plenty regardless of what happens with Nembhard. |
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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker tallies 10 rebounds, six assists
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 3:52 PM
Jarace Walker recorded eight points (3-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds, six assists, one steal and one blocked shot in Tuesday's loss to the 76ers.
Analysis: While he did not shoot the ball well, missing all five of his three-point attempts, Walker found other ways to contribute on Tuesday. He's reached double digits in rebounds in three of his last four appearances, and there was also solid value in the assist category. Regardless of what happens with Pascal Siakam (wrist), who did not play on Tuesday, Walker appears locked into the starting lineup for the rest of the season. Even with the efficiency concerns, he should be rostered in 14-team leagues, at a minimum. |
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Micah Potter Micah Potter scores career-high 23 points vs. PHI
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 3:47 PM
Micah Potter notched 23 points (9-of-11 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, three assists, one steal, two blocks and three three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the 76ers.
Analysis: Potter had the most productive offensive night of his NBA career on Tuesday, only missing two shots from the field and recording his first 20-point game. While the rebounding production was limited, he recorded a complete stat line in 23 minutes. Jay Huff (four points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 25 minutes) remains the starter, but the Pacers have made sure to get Potter the minutes needed to be impactful. He isn't a must-roster player in deep leagues, but Potter is worth a look for those seeking frontcourt depth. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard tallies 23 points vs. 76ers
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 3:45 PM
Andrew Nembhard finished Tuesday's loss to the 76ers with 23 points (8-of-17 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), one rebound, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Indiana's point guard rotation was intact on Tuesday, but Nembhard still logged 28 minutes. That's encouraging for fantasy managers counting on the Pacers' guard for consistent value as the playoff weeks approach in Yahoo! default leagues. Fellow starter Kam Jones (13 points, six rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers) played 29 minutes, and his opportunities should remain consistent the rest of the way, if not increase. Nembhard is fine for now, but his playing time is something that fantasy managers should continue to watch. |
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Ben Sheppard IND starts Jones, Nembhard, Sheppard, Walker, Huff
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 12:43 PM
Tony East
Kam Jones, Andrew Nembhard, Ben Sheppard, Jarace Walker and Jay Huff will start Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: While Jones and Nembhard are good to go after initially being probable for Tuesday's game, Pascal Siakam (wrist) is out. As a result, Sheppard moves back into the starting lineup, with Jarace Walker shifting to the four. |
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T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell (hamstring) upgraded to available
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 11:29 AM
Tony East
T.J. McConnell (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: McConnell is back after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Mavericks. His return may lead to Quenton Jackson being made inactive, as he's still on a two-way contract. Also, Andrew Nembhard is available and Kam Jones is probable, meaning that McConnell may not get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) ruled out vs. Philadelphia
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 11:26 AM
Tony East
Pascal Siakam (wrist) has been ruled out against the 76ers on Tuesday.
Analysis: Siakam will be sidelined after playing on Sunday, which was his return from a three-game absence. He pushed Ben Sheppard to the bench on Sunday, so Sheppard should return to the starting unit with Siakam sidelined. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back) upgraded to available
Tue, Feb 24, 2026, 11:25 AM
Tony East
Andrew Nembhard (back) is available for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Nembhard is set to play after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He logged 30 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks and should take on a similar workload against the 76ers. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back) questionable Tuesday
Mon, Feb 23, 2026, 11:25 AM
Pacers
Andrew Nembhard (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Nembhard is on the injury report as questionable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers with lower back injury management. The 26-year-old shooting guard had 22 points and 11 assists in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks. With T.J. McConnell (hamstring) also questionable, Ben Sheppard could move into the starting lineup. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) doubtful Tuesday vs. 76ers
Mon, Feb 23, 2026, 11:20 AM
Pascal Siakam (wrist) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Siakam is unlikely to play as he's listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the 76ers with a left wrist sprain. Jarace Walker should replace Siakam in the starting lineup and is worth rostering in deeper formats. |
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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker records 18/9/6/2 line vs. Dallas
Sun, Feb 22, 2026, 1:46 PM
Jarace Walker amassed 18 points (6-of-13 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, six assists, two steals and four three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Pascal Siakam's return to the Pacers' lineup on Sunday did not mean a spot on the bench for Walker, with Ben Sheppard (13/3/2 with three three-pointers in 27 minutes) being the player replaced by Spicy P. And Walker had a good evening against the Mavericks, shooting just under 50 percent from the field and providing solid value in multiple categories. At this point, those who streamed Walker because Siakam was out should hold onto him, as he appears likely to continue logging heavy minutes. |
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Kobe Brown Kobe Brown hits three triples, scores 15 points
Sun, Feb 22, 2026, 1:45 PM
Kobe Brown tallied 15 points (5-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, one steal and three three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: After scoring 12 points in each of Indiana's first two games out of the All-Star break, Brown put up 15 against the Mavericks. Add in the rebounds, three-pointers and percentages, and Sunday's performance was a good one for the former Clipper. Brown hasn't reached the point where he's a must-roster player for the silly season, but the potential is there, especially on nights when the Pacers don't have Pascal Siakam. |
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