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Cody Martin Cody Martin (illness) off injury report vs. TOR
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 11:49 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cody Martin (illness) is not on the injury report against the Raptors on Saturday.
Analysis: Martin missed Thursday's game, but he'll be able to suit up against Toronto. Martin has played an inconsistent role for Indiana since signing with them last week, but with Aaron Nesmith (knee) sidelined, Martin could play a significant role, though that likely won't make him worth rostering. |
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Tony Bradley Tony Bradley scores 10 points as starter
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 5:45 PM
Tony Bradley started again on Thursday and contributed 10 points (5-of-7 FGs) and three rebounds against the Suns.
Analysis: This was a second straight start for Bradley, and while he wasn't great, he was able to score in double figures. It close to a minutes split between Bradley, Isaiah Jackson and Jay Huff, with all three playing between 14 and 17 minutes. All of them will continue to play, but none has separated from the others enough to justify being rostered in standard leagues. |
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Andrew Nembhard Nembhard scores 21 points, adds nine dimes
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 5:41 PM
Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 21 points (5-of-15 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), two rebounds, nine assists and one three-pointer in a 133-98 loss to the Suns on Thursday.
Analysis: It wasn't a great shooting night for Nembhard, but he was at least able to get some offense going, which can't really be said for the rest of the team. This was an ugly loss for Indiana, but Nembhard has been productive since returning from a hip injury, averaging 20.5 points and 7.5 assists over their last four games. Things may not get better for the Pacers, but Nembhard should continue to be productive. |
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Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (knee) will not return vs. Phoenix
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 4:50 PM
Indiana Pacers
Aaron Nesmith (knee) will not return to Thursday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: The Pacers are calling it left knee soreness, but Nesmith stepped on Jeremiah Robinson-Earl's foot, which caused his knee to turn awkwardly. It didn't look great, but we'll wait for the team to give an official diagnosis instead of speculating on timelines. Ben Sheppard should play more minutes for the remainder of this game and beyond if Nesmith misses more time. |
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Cody Martin Cody Martin (illness) ruled out vs. Phoenix
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 10:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cody Martin (illness) has been ruled out against the Suns on Thursday.
Analysis: Martin signed with Indiana last week and has been part of the rotation since, though he has only reached 20 minutes in a game once. His absence could lead to a few extra minutes for Jarace Walker but won't have a drastic impact on the rotation after he played just five minutes in their last game. |
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Bennedict Mathurin Bennedict Mathurin (toe) remains out on Thursday
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 7:57 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bennedict Mathurin (toe) will not play on Thursday night against the Suns.
Analysis: On October 28, the Pacers referred to Mathurin as week-to-week. He still has not returned with what the injury report calls a âright great toe sprain.â We've seen Mathurin shooting in pre-game warmups, so it's possible that he's getting close to a return, but the Pacers have yet to provide any sort of timeline. |
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T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell scores 12 points in season debut
Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 6:01 PM
Alex Golden
T.J. McConnell amassed 12 points (6-of-12 FGs), one rebound and one assist in Tuesday's loss to the Jazz.
Analysis: Given the amount of time McConnell missed with a strained right hamstring, it's unsurprising that he was on a minutes restriction Tuesday night. However, he only played 11 minutes and did not see any action after halftime. Those who stashed McConnell in an IL+ slot should remain patient, as his production in the 11 minutes he did play was promising. Given the current state of the Pacers roster, it isn't difficult to envision McConnell providing quality fantasy value once he's freed from any restrictions. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard posts 25 points, seven dimes
Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 5:59 PM
Andrew Nembhard finished Tuesday's loss to the Jazz with 25 points (9-of-15 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, seven assists and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Nembhard has surpassed 20 points in two of the three games he's played since returning from a shoulder injury, with Tuesday's total being a season-high. Add in the percentages, assists and three-pointers, and this is the kind of performance that Nembhard managers will hope becomes the norm (or close to it). T.J. McConnell's return did not affect Nembhard's minutes, as he only played 11 first-half minutes, and it should not be an issue throughout the season, given Indiana's lack of consistent options. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam scores team-high 27 points vs. Utah
Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 5:58 PM
Pascal Siakam accumulated 27 points (9-of-16 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, one block and two three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Jazz.
Analysis: Siakam's return from a one-game absence did not keep the Pacers from giving up 152 points on Tuesday, but he did provide fantasy managers with another solid stat line. Thus far, Spicy P is ranked outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats, providing greater value in the former. His usage has jumped by more than six percentage points from last season, but the Pacers' lack of proven scorers has negatively impacted Siakam's value. On a better version of this team, he would be an enticing âbuy lowâ option. However, with Indiana now 1-10, managers who have Siakam rostered may be concerned about a potential late-season tank. |
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Tony Bradley Tony Bradley, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to start
Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 2:39 PM
NBA Lineups
Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith, Pascal Siakam, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Tony Bradley will start Tuesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Nembhard is the only holdover from the five who started Sunday's loss to the Warriors. Nesmith and Siakam are back after missing that contest, with Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker moving to the bench. The other two changes are Robinson-Earl and Bradley, who replace Jay Huff and Isaiah Jackson. JRE and Bradley aren't great streaming options, but the change to start gives them a shot at achieving fantasy relevance. |
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T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell (hamstring) available Tuesday
Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 1:45 PM
Indiana Pacers
T.J. McConnell (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: McConnell is set for his first action of the 2025-26 season, providing the Pacers with needed depth at point guard. He'll back up Andrew Nembhard, but McConnell does not need starters' minutes to provide tangible fantasy value. He'll have value once allowed to play his regular minutes. |
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Jeremiah Robinson-Earl Pacers sign Robinson-Earl to second 10-day
Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 7:29 AM
Indiana Pacers
Pacers signed Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to a 10-day contract on Tuesday.
Analysis: This will be a second 10-day for JRE, which means they'll have to sign him to a rest-of-season deal if they want to keep him beyond this contract. He has played big minutes for the Pacers recently, averaging 8.0 points and 10.7 rebounds over 24.8 minutes per game over their last three outings. He'll likely continue to fill a large role, but he's only worth a roster spot in deep formats. |
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Aaron Nesmith Aaron Nesmith (forearm) absent from injury report
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 1:16 PM
Jeremiah Johnson
Aaron Nesmith (forearm) is not on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Nesmith is back after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Warriors. His return means Ben Sheppard will head back to the bench in a move that does not impact fantasy basketball. Even with the Pacers' many injuries, there's no need to consider Sheppard in most leagues. |
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T.J. McConnell T.J. McConnell (hamstring) questionable Tuesday
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 1:12 PM
T.J. McConnell (hamstring) questionable for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: McConnell has yet to play this season after suffering a hamstring injury in the preseason. The 33-year-old point guard is ramping up in his recovery and his questionable listing at least gives him a chance to return against the Jazz on Tuesday. McConnell will be worth the wait for fantasy managers as he'll eventually return to a full workload with the Pacers' many other injuries. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (rest) removed from injury report
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 1:11 PM
Jeremiah Johnson
Pascal Siakam (rest) is not on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Siakam did not play in Sunday's loss to the Warriors, which was Indiana's second game in as many nights. His return to the lineup means Jay Huff will be bumped to the bench after recording a double-double the last time out. Huff has offered limited fantasy value this season, so he doesn't have to be held in most fantasy leagues. |
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Andrew Nembhard Andrew Nembhard dishes out nine assists in loss
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 5:11 PM
Andrew Nembhard finished Sunday's loss to the Warriors with 14 points (5-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, nine assists, two steals and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Nembhard finished Sunday's defeat with a solid assist tally, but the field-goal percentage took a beating in Indiana's final game of the week. However, the fact that he played 30 minutes or more in both games of the Pacers' weekend back-to-back is far more critical, given the time he missed with a shoulder injury. Plus, Indiana was without Pascal Siakam and Aaron Nesmith on Sunday, which has to be factored into Nembhard's poor shooting. He should get better looks when Siakam is on the floor. Indiana plays three games during Week 4, starting with the Jazz on Tuesday. |
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Jay Huff Jay Huff posts 12/11/2/0/3 line vs. Warriors
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 5:11 PM
Jay Huff accounted for 12 points (5-of-11 FGs, 0-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and two three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Warriors.
Analysis: According to Cleaning the Glass, Huff has played 21 percent of his minutes this season at power forward, and that was his role on Sunday. He recorded his first double-double of the season, hitting double digits in scoring for the second time and in rebounds for the first. Isaiah Jackson (12/6/1/0/1 in 21 minutes) also recorded a solid stat line, but he and Huff played 21 and 22 minutes, respectively. That's the issue for both, especially with Pascal Siakam returning after sitting out Sunday's game for rest reasons. Jackson is the player whom more fantasy managers have invested in, but Huff has provided greater fantasy value. |
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Jay Huff IND starts Nembhard, Sheppard, Walker, Huff, iJax
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 2:17 PM
Tony East
Andrew Nembhard, Ben Sheppard, Jarace Walker, Jay Huff and Isaiah Jackson will start Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: The Pacers are without Aaron Nesmith and Pascal Siakam for Sunday's game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Sheppard and Huff will fill the vacancies, raising the ceiling of both players. While worthy of consideration in deep leagues, neither is a must-roster player. |
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T.J. McConnell Carlisle: T.J. (hamstring) âsteadily' ramping up
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 1:18 PM
Dustin Dopirak
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that T.J. McConnell (hamstring) is ramping up âpretty steadily.â
Analysis: Injured during the preseason, McConnell has yet to appear in a game this season. While Carlisle did not provide an updated timeline on the veteran point guard, the fact that T.J. is ramping up is a good sign for the injury-riddled Pacers. He'll have tangible fantasy value as soon as he's allowed to take on a full workload, even with Andrew Nembhard being the starter. |
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Pascal Siakam Pascal Siakam (rest) out Sunday vs. Golden State
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 10:13 AM
Indiana Pacers
Pascal Siakam (rest) is out for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Siakam, who has shouldered a heavy workload this season due to the Pacers' many injuries, will get Sunday night off. This is a brutal hit for fantasy managers who were hoping for a big performance from Spicy P on the final night of Week 3. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl's playing time will likely increase after he logged 15 minutes on Saturday, but he isn't the most trustworthy streaming option. If Jarace Walker is on the waiver wire, add him first. |
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