Bennedict Mathurin News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

Pacers Announce Injury News Regarding Bennedict Mathurin The second-year wing emerged as a key member of Indiana’s rotation.

MARCH 9, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Undergoing season-ending surgery Mathurin is slated to undergo season-ending surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact This is a tough blow for both the Pacers and Mathurin, who was originally just looking at a few games on the sideline before this diagnosis. With Indiana trading Buddy Hield prior to the deadline, the second-year sharp shooter was expected to see a bigger role for the remainder of the season. Now, the team will rely on Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith on the wing, while Doug McDermott (calf), Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker will be reserve options. Mathurin is expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2024-25 season.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bennedict Mathurin to miss at least next three games for Indiana Pacers with shoulder injury Mathurin missed last night’s Pacers battle

MARCH 8, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Out next three games Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said Thursday that Mathurin (shoulder) will miss the Pacers' next three games, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Impact Mathurin has already been ruled out for Thursday's game versus the Timberwolves due to a right shoulder sprain. The 21-year-old forward is set to be evaluated after Indiana's upcoming road trip, with Wednesday's matchup with Chicago being his first chance to suit up. Ben Sheppard is expected to receive increased playing time in Mathurin's absence.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Thursday Mathurin has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves due to a right shoulder sprain.

Impact Mathurin played through a foot issue Tuesday and posted 19 points (7-16 FG) in 25 minutes during a win over Dallas. However, he's now dealing with a shoulder issue and will miss at least one game. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday in Orlando, while Ben Sheppard is a candidate for an increased bench role versus Minnesota, especially with Doug McDermott (calf) still out.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Mathurin (foot) is available for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Aaron Nesmith (quad) and Ben Sheppard (illness) are also available for Indiana. Mathurin has been cold over his last three appearances, hitting 34.3 percent of his shots from the field.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Mathurin is questionable for Tuesday's game against Dallas due to left foot soreness.

Impact Mathurin joins Aaron Nesmith (quad) and Ben Sheppard (illness) as questionable for Tuesday's game. Nesmith participated in shootaround, but Indiana is nonetheless at risk of being shorthanded on the wings against a formidable offense Tuesday.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Mathurin will return to a reserve role for Friday's game against the Pelicans,

Impact Mathurin will come off the bench in favor of Aaron Nesmith, who is returning from a four-game absence. This move comes after Mathurin's huge performance in Monday's 130-122 loss to Toronto where he tallied 34 points (11-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 39 minutes. The second-year wing still figures to see a considerable role off the bench.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers huge performance Mathurin notched 34 points (11-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 39 minutes during Monday's 130-122 loss to Toronto.

Impact Mathurin showcased alluring three-level scoring Monday, matching his season high in scoring en route to his fourth game of the year with 30-plus points. It has been rare for Mathurin to blend a hot shooting night with free-throw drawing prowess, but he remains a gifted athlete with supreme confidence who flashes the ability to do so.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bennedict Mathurin Ties Career High with 34 PTS, 9 REB & 5 AST vs. Raptors | Indiana Pacers

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Stuffs stat sheet in win Sunday Mathurin recorded 14 points (5-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and three steals across 33 minutes during Sunday's 133-111 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Mathurin has been arguably more productive off the bench than in a starting role throughout the better part of his first two years in the league, but he's been quite good over his last two starts, putting up solid numbers and filling out the stat sheet admirably. Mathurin should remain in a starting role when the Pacers take on the Raptors on Monday, and his fantasy upside should move in the right direction if he can continue to deliver these performances on both ends of the court going forward.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Positive contribution in spot start Mathurin registered 15 points (5-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Thursday's 129-115 victory over the Pistons.

Impact Mathurin was inserted into the starting lineup Thursday with Aaron Nesmith sidelined with lower leg injury. Mathurin wasn't efficient with his shot, but was able to contribute in other ways and bounced back nicely from his zero-point performance against the Hornets on Feb. 12. He should reprise his bench role once Nesmith returns to action.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Detroit Mathurin is in the starting lineup to face the Pistons on Thursday.

Impact Mathurin has seen most of his minutes off the bench this season, as he's far from productive when playing with the second unit, but he'll get the nod here since Aaron Nesmith (lower leg) is out. Mathurin is averaging 14.9 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game when deployed in a starting role this season.

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in Rising Stars event Mathurin (knee/illness) claimed Rising Stars MVP honors Friday after scoring four points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and adding two assists and one steal in 7:20 of court time in Tea...

Impact Team Jalen relied on a more balanced scoring effort to clinch the win in the finale, but Mathurin did more of the heavy lifting in a 40-35 win over Team Tamika in the semifinal earlier Friday, pouring in 18 points (7-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-5 FT) to go with two rebounds over 13 minutes. Mathurin had missed the Pacers' final game before the All-Star break Wednesday in Toronto due to a bruised right knee and an illness, but his ability to compete in two abbreviated exhibitions Friday as well as the hometown Team Pacers' win Saturday in the skills challenge implies that he'll be good to go when Indiana returns to action Feb. 22 versus the Pistons.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

2024 NBA All-Star Weekend highlights: Skills challenge, 3-point contest, dunk contest

NBA All-Star weekend continues Saturday with the highly anticipated skills, 3-point and dunk contests. Here are the top moments!

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

2024 NBA All-Star Weekend highlights: Skills challenge, 3-point contest, dunk contest

Pistons' Jaden Ivey Eager to Play Bennedict Mathurin, Pacers Again Jaden Ivey looks forward to facing the Pacers next week.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

The Bennedict Mathurin Mic'd Up Experience During NBA Rising Stars Challenge Was Wild On Friday night the NBA kicked off the actual basketball portion of All-Star Weekend by putting on the annual Rising Stars challenge, featur...

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin's Trash Talk to Jaden Ivey Takes Unique Turn in Rising Stars Game It was a rare sight for an NBA All-Star weekend event as things got tense between the Pacers’ and Pistons’ guards.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Bennedict Mathurin caps Pacers' All-Star celebration with Rising Stars MVP, title in 26-13 win

Indiana guard Bennedict Mathurin put on a show for Pacers fans Friday night, earning the Rising Stars MVP award after scoring 13 points in a...

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Bennedict Mathurin caps Pacers' All-Star celebration with Rising Stars MVP, title in 26-13 win

Out for Wednesday Mathurin (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game in Toronto, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Mathurin will miss Indiana's final game heading into the All-Star break, giving him a full week to rest up until the Pacers' next game on February 22. With Mathurin watching from the sidelines Wednesday, perhaps Doug McDermott will be able to get more involved in the rotation.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Battling bruised knee Mathurin is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game in Toronto due to a bruised right knee.

Impact Mathurin likely suffered the injury at some point in Monday's 111-102 loss to Charlotte, and the bruised knee may explain in part why he was held to 15 minutes; he had played at least 20 minutes in all but one of his previous 17 outings. Though Mathurin looks as though he'll travel with the Pacers to Toronto, a decision on his status for the game may not be made until after the medical team has a chance to assess him during shootaround Wednesday morning.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fading significantly Mathurin finished Monday's 111-102 loss to the Hornets with zero points (0-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 15 minutes.

Impact Mathurin found no rhythm and was scarcely incorporated into the offense Monday. Across three games since the exodus of Buddy Hill to Philadelphia, Mathurin has combined for 15 points on 4-for-21 shooting. Mathurin can boom on any given night, but he gives off energy as the odd-man-out in Indiana.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday Mathurin (illness) will be available to play Thursday against the Warriors.

Impact Mathurin will return from a one-game absence, which will likely result in fewer minutes for Ben Sheppard. Mathurin may have gotten a little boost at the trade deadline with the departure of Buddy Hield, so it'll be interesting to see if he's more aggressive in the second unit moving forward.

FEBRUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Golden State Mathurin (illness) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Mathurin is in danger of missing his second straight game Thursday due to a stomach ailment. If Mathurin is ultimately ruled out, Andrew Nembhard, Buddy Hield and Ben Sheppard should continue to receive increased playing time.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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2024 NBA All-Star Weekend highlights: Skills challenge, 3-point contest, dunk contest

Bennedict Mathurin caps Pacers' All-Star celebration with Rising Stars MVP, title in 26-13 win