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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker sprains ankle during fourth quarter
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 6:12 PM
Dustin Dopirak
Jarace Walker (ankle) finished Sunday's loss to the Trail Blazers with 14 points (5-of-8 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, one assist, two steals and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Walker, who has been a fixture in the Pacers' starting lineup since just before the All-Star break, rolled his ankle late in Sunday's defeat. The third-year forward logged 30 minutes by that point, but the injury may be an issue for deep-league managers hoping to derive some value from Walker during the silly season. The Pacers' four-game Week 20 ends with three games over the final four days, starting with a back-to-back on Thursday and Friday. Keep an eye out for Walker's name on the Pacers' injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Kings. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard dishes out nine assists vs. POR
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:45 PM
Andrew Nembhard tallied 14 points (5-of-11 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, nine assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Nembhard's nine assists were the most in a game for him since February 22, when he recorded 11 in a loss to the Mavericks. Since the All-Star break, the Pacers guard has averaged 15.1 points and 6.7 assists per game. Unfortunately, Nembhard's production in other categories has been limited on most nights. As a result, he has not been able to offer much more than late-round value in 12-team formats. |
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Jay Huff Jay Huff records 16 points, five blocked shots
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:45 PM
Jay Huff finished Sunday's loss to the Trail Blazers with 16 points (5-of-15 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal, five blocks and three three-pointers.
Analysis: As usual, playing time was a sticking point for managers who have Huff on their rosters, as he played just 22 minutes on Sunday. However, he did not get cheated on shot attempts or blocked shots. Huff's 15 shots were second-most on the team, with only Pascal Siakam taking more, and he matched his season-high with five blocked shots. The good news is that Huff does not need to play heavy minutes to provide value, as evidenced by his line on Sunday. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam scores team-high 22 points vs. POR
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:45 PM
Pascal Siakam accounted for 22 points (9-of-20 FGs, 4-of-9 FTs), six rebounds, five assists and two steals in Sunday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: The good news for fantasy managers was that Siakam put up solid numbers in the points, rebounds, assists and steals categories. The bad news was that he did so with poor percentages, most notably a 4-of-9 night at the foul line. However, the positives should outweigh the negatives, especially since Siakam played over 30 minutes for the first time since the Pacers' February 11 win over the Knicks. The Pacers play four games in Week 20, starting with the final game of their road trip on Tuesday in Sacramento. |
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T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell (hamstring) will not return Sunday
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:22 PM
Dustin Dopirak
T.J. McConnell (hamstring) will not return to Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: McConnell's right hamstring has been an issue throughout the season, and it forced a premature end to his night in Portland. According to Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle, there's âsome reason for concernâ regarding the veteran guard's hamstring. McConnell played 17 minutes, finishing with six points, four rebounds and three assists. If he has to miss time, Quenton Jackson could see more minutes, and Kam Jones could re-enter the rotation. |
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Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (ankle) upgraded to available
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 2:34 PM
Indiana Pacers
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Nesmith is good to go after the Pacers listed him as probable on the initial injury report. While his place in the starting lineup is safe, Nesmith has not shot the ball well enough recently to provide reliable fantasy value. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) available vs. POR
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 2:32 PM
Indiana Pacers
Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Nembhard is good to go after initially being questionable to play. He'll take on his usual duties as the starting point guard, with T.J. McConnell serving as the backup. Kam Jones is not guaranteed to see action, having picked up a DNP-CD in Friday's loss to the Lakers. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) upgraded to available
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 2:29 PM
Indiana Pacers
Pascal Siakam (wrist) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Siakam was initially probable for Sunday's game, so the upgrade in status was expected. He'll take on his usual role within the Pacers' starting lineup, approaching 30 minutes. |
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Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (ankle) probable vs. Portland
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 2:26 PM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Listed as probable, Nesmith appears likely to be available for Indiana's final game of the week. While he continues to start, Nesmith's shooting struggles have eliminated most of his fantasy value. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (wrist) probable vs. Portland
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 2:23 PM
NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam (wrist) is probable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Siakam is once again probable on the Pacers' initial injury report, so he should be good to go. As long as Spicy P approaches 30 minutes, fantasy managers who have him on their rosters should receive solid value in return. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) questionable vs. POR
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 2:20 PM
NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard (back, neck) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Nembhard is still dealing with soreness in his back and neck, but he did play 31 minutes in Friday's loss to the Lakers. However, while he was considered probable ahead of that game, the Pacers' guard is questionable for Sunday's game. Kam Jones, who did not play on Friday, could move into the rotation if Nembhard can't play. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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