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5 DAYS AGO • 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

Downgraded against Cavaliers Sheppard (hip) is listed as out for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

Impact Sheppard started in Friday's 129-108 loss to Charlotte, finishing with seven points, three rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes. However, he won't suit up Sunday because of a sprained right hip. With the Pacers posting a lengthy injury report for the meeting with the Cavaliers, Ethan Thompson may find himself in the starting lineup for the ninth time this season.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Sheppard is questionable for Sunday's game in Cleveland due to a right hip strain.

Impact If Sheppard can't give it a go, there will be more minutes available for Taelon Peter. Check back closer to Sunday's tipoff for official confirmation on Sheppard's status.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Sheppard will start Friday versus the Hornets, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Quenton Jackson, Kobe Brown, Pascal Siakam and Jay Huff will join Sheppard in the first unit for Friday's game. Across 19 starts this season, Sheppard has posted averages of 8.7 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.4 triples per contest.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in win Sheppard racked up five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes during Sunday's 135-118 win over Miami.

Impact The Pacers continue to mix up their lineups with nothing but lottery balls in play down the stretch. Ethan Thompson and Quenton Jackson started on the wings, but Sheppard logged more minutes than both. Even so, he may be difficult to trust in the final couple weeks outside of very deep formats.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to face San Antonio Sheppard is available for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Sheppard had previously been considered questionable because of a sprained ankle. The third-year guard is averaging 7.0 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 21.5 minutes per game this season.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Saturday Sheppard is questionable for Saturday's game against San Antonio due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Sheppard could test out the issue during pregame warmups before the Pacers update his status. Indiana has a plethora of players listed as questionable for Saturday, meaning the team could need to summon some two-way players from the G League's Noblesville Boom for reinforcements.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Muted production again in loss Sheppard amassed 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), one rebound, one assist, one block and one steal across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 127-119 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Sheppard continues to do very little with the playing time he is given, developing into one of the more underwhelming players in the league. Although his role has increased of late, it only serves to highlight his shortcomings when it comes to viable production. Through 58 games this season, Sheppard has averaged just 7.0 points and 1.3 three-pointers in 21.5 minutes per contest.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Wednesday Sheppard (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against Portland.

Impact Sheppard has been given the green light to play in the closing end of the Pacers' back-to-back set. Sheppard is averaging 6.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists across 19.6 minutes over his last seven appearances.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Sheppard (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Sheppard could receive a maintenance day for the second leg of this back-to-back set. During Tuesday's game against New York, Sheppard scored seven points with five rebounds, one assist and two steals.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Ben Sheppard is quietly making his stance with the Pacers crystal clear Ben Sheppard is quietly sending a message the Indiana Pacers cannot ignore in the midst of his recent performances.

MARCH 18 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Available Tuesday Sheppard (ankle) will play Tuesday against New York.

Impact Sheppard will make his return to the hardwood following a one-game absence caused by an ankle injury. He's been unable to make much of an impact lately, as he's been held to single digits in the scoring column in six of his last seven showings.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

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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