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Jay Huff Jay Huff chips in 8/10/2, five blocks off bench
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 4:56 PM
Jay Huff provided a boost off the bench with eight points (3-of-9 FGs), 10 rebounds, two assists, five blocks and two three-pointers against the 76ers on Friday.
Analysis: The expectations for Huff were high entering this season due to the lack of other center options for the Pacers. While he has had the best season of his career, most of his value has been tied to his shot blocking, which has certainly been impressive. He matched his season high for swats in this one, but he also made a contribution on the glass. This was just the third time this season that Huff finished with double-digit rebounds. This was a fun season, but he will likely return to being a depth big behind Ivica Zubac next season. |
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Micah Potter Micah Potter posts another double-double
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 4:51 PM
Micah Potter recorded a double-double on Friday with 13 points (5-of-10 FGs), 10 rebounds, one steal, one block and three three-pointers in a 105-94 loss to the 76ers.
Analysis: Potter has started three of the Pacers' last four games, and in each of those starts, he recorded a double-double. Potter signed a two-year deal with Indiana in December to help fill out some of the minutes at center. He'll continue to play a significant role for them in their final game of the season on Sunday against the Pistons. However, it is unlikely he plays a significant role next season when the team is fully healthy. |
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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker scores team-high 17 points vs. 76ers
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 4:45 PM
Jarace Walker led the Pacers with 17 points (6-of-13 FGs), four rebounds, two assists, one block and four three-pointers against the 76ers on Friday.
Analysis: Walker led Indiana in scoring in this game, but it wasn't enough for them to get a second straight win. Walker has had a strong third season in the league and has taken advantage of the extra opportunity, but he hasn't been able to shoot efficiently or contribute much defensively. Walker has shown some flashes, but it is difficult to project him playing a significant role when Indiana is healthy next season. |
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Kobe Brown Kobe Brown (back) available vs. Philadelphia
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 1:00 PM
Indiana Pacers
Kobe Brown (back) is available to play against the 76ers on Friday.
Analysis: Brown will be back following a one-game absence. Jalen Slawson got the starting nod in his place, but with Brown available, Slawson will likely be pushed back to playing a role off the bench. |
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Jarace Walker Jarace Walker (hip) upgraded to available vs. PHI
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 12:58 PM
Indiana Pacers
Jarace Walker (hip) is available for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Walker is good to go after initially being questionable for Friday's game. He logged 30 minutes in Thursday's win over the Nets and may be asked to take on a similar workload due to the Pacers' injuries at the forward positions. |
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Ben Sheppard Ben Sheppard (hip) out Friday vs. 76ers
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 11:56 AM
Ben Sheppard (hip) is out for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Sheppard is set to miss his fourth consecutive game with a right hip strain. Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson could see more minutes with Sheppard sidelined once again. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam, Aaron Nesmith out Friday vs. PHI
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 9:25 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam (ankle) and Aaron Nesmith (neck) are out for Friday's matchup with the 76ers.
Analysis: Both players will be out for another game, and Jalen Slawson could take on additional minutes. Kobe Brown (back) is questionable, and if he's available, he could be in line for an expanded role. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard, T.J. McConnell sidelined Friday
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 9:21 AM
NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard (back) and T.J. McConnell (hamstring) are out for Friday's matchup with the 76ers.
Analysis: Indiana's injury report is once again lengthy, so Quenton Jackson and Kam Jones should continue to see increased run. |
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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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