Ben Sheppard News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

Diagnosed with torn meniscus Sheppard has been diagnosed with a torn meniscus in his left knee and is without a timetable for a return to game action, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Impact Sheppard can be considered out indefinitely until the Pacers offer an update on his timeline to return. In the meantime, Jarace Walker and Quenton Jackson will likely see increased playing time.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday, no timetable for return Sheppard (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks and there's no timetable for his return, according to head coach Rick Carlisle per Alex Golden of SI.com.

Impact Sheppard has yet to play for the Pacers this season, and the lack of a clear timetable for his return suggests he'll remain sidelined for a few more games, even in a best-case scenario. Look for Quenton Jackson and Jarace Walker to continue getting extra minutes while Sheppard stays on the sidelines.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Sheppard (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Sheppard is in jeopardy of missing Friday's contest due to left knee soreness. If he's ultimately ruled out, Quenton Jackson and Jarace Walker would likely see increased burn, especially if Aaron Nesmith (hamstring) remains sidelined.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Sheppard will come off the bench in Friday's preseason finale against the Bucks, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Sheppard started in Tuesday's exhibition with Andrew Nembhard (undisclosed) unavailable, but Nembhard is back and starting, so Sheppard will retreat to a reserve role. As a member of the second unit this preseason, Sheppard is averaging 7.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.5 triples in 19.2 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Sheppard will start Tuesday's preseason game against the Thunder, source reports.

Impact Sheppard will enter the first unit in Indiana's penultimate preseason game. He'll be joined in the starting five by Tyrese Haliburton, Kelly Oubre, Pascal Siakam and Ivica Zubac.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles Saturday Sheppard mustered two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one assist, one rebound and one steal in 16 minutes during Saturday's 119-117 preseason loss to the Hawks.

Impact After scoring 13 points on 4-of-9 shooting in Wednesday's preseason-opening win over Minnesota, Shepard was far less productive Saturday. The 25-year-old guard provided a muted impact on offense but recorded his third steal of the preseason. He'll face competition for playing time from Kelly Oubre, Quenton Jackson and Jarace Walker to begin the regular season.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

To-be restricted free agent Ben Sheppard is clearly not in Indiana's future plans Indiana took Ben Sheppard in the 2023 draft in the hopes that he could be a good rotation piece. They're no longer giving him a chance to be...

SEPTEMBER 18 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Ben Sheppard remains the Pacers X-Factor Ben Sheppard has been a bit of a bust to date, but his ascension could give Indiana new dimensions.

SEPTEMBER 9 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Bench breakouts could backfire for Indiana Pacers With no real money to retain them and questions rapidly coming in the summer, a breakout for Jarace Walker or Ben Sheppard could be paradoxi...

AUGUST 7 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Plays key role for Pacers Sheppard continued to provide valuable depth on the wing during the 2025-26 campaign, carving out minutes with his perimeter shooting and defensive effort.

Impact Although Indiana's veteran core limits his offensive opportunities, the organization continues to value his ability to play within the system. His role could be reduced entering the 2026-27 season, however, as the Pacers will be getting Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) back in the mix.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

The Pacers X-Factor is hidden in plain sight Ben Sheppard has been overlooked as part of the rotation for 2026-27. That should not be the case.

JULY 18 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Ben Sheppard quietly answered the Pacers' biggest question about him Ben Sheppard answered an important question the Indiana Pacers had about him during his third season with the team.

APRIL 15 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Ruled out versus Pistons Sheppard (hip) won't play in Sunday's game against Detroit, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Sheppard missed the Pacers' last four games, so his absence versus Detroit now marks the end of his season. Without him, Ethan Thompson is expected to remain in the starting lineup.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Sheppard has missed the past four games for the Pacers, but there's a chance he could get back out there for Indiana's regular-season finale. If he's cleared, Sheppard will likely have some minutes restrictions.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit visits Indiana, seeks 60th victory of season

Detroit will look for its 60th win of the season when the Pistons play the Indiana Pacers

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday Sheppard (hip) is out for Friday's game versus Philadelphia, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Sheppard is running his absence up to four consecutive games due to a hip injury. Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson should see more playmaking opportunities in the backcourt against the 76ers on Friday.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Sheppard has missed the past three games for Indiana, but he remains day-to-day. He could see plenty of minutes Friday if he's able to play with Indiana missing so many key players.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia faces Indiana, looks to break 3-game skid

Philadelphia is looking to end its three-game skid with a victory against Indiana

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Ruled out Thursday Sheppard (hip) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Impact Sheppard will log his third straight absence due to a right hip strain. He'll have another opportunity to suit up in the second half of Indiana's back-to-back Friday against the Sixers.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Impact Sheppard has missed the Pacers' last two games, and while the questionable tag leaves the door open for his return, a final call on his availability will be made closer to Thursday's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff. Ethan Thompson and Quenton Jackson should see more minutes if Sheppard remains sidelined.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana faces Brooklyn on 3-game skid

Indiana is looking to break its three-game skid with a victory against Brooklyn

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Won't play Tuesday Sheppard (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact This will be the second straight game on the sidelines for Sheppard, which should lead to more minutes for Ethan Thompson, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson. Sheppard's next chance to play will come Thursday in Brooklyn.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to face Minnesota Sheppard (hip) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Sheppard is in danger of missing a second straight game due to a right hip sprain. If he joins Andrew Nembhard (back), Aaron Nesmith (neck) and Pascal Siakam (ankle) on the inactive list, Ethan Thompson, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be candidates to see increased playing time.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota faces Indiana, seeks to break 3-game slide

Minnesota heads into the matchup with Indiana as losers of three straight games

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Donovan Mitchell scores 38 points, playoff-bound Cavaliers beat Pacers 117-108

Donovan Mitchell scored 23 of his 38 points in the second half, James Harden had 28 points and seven assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the injury-plagued Indiana Pacers 117-...

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

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Detroit visits Indiana, seeks 60th victory of season

Philadelphia faces Indiana, looks to break 3-game skid

Indiana faces Brooklyn on 3-game skid

Minnesota faces Indiana, seeks to break 3-game slide

Donovan Mitchell scores 38 points, playoff-bound Cavaliers beat Pacers 117-108