Bennedict Mathurin News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

Leading scorer in win Mathurin logged 26 points (6-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 12-13 FT), three rebounds, six assists and one block over 37 minutes during Sunday's 141-136 win over the Knicks.

Impact The 20-year-old wrapped up his first NBA campaign in style, leading the Pacers in scoring in the regular-season finale as he scored at least 15 points in the seventh straight games. While Indiana fell short of the playoffs, the Pacers' young backcourt duo of Tyrese Haliburton and Mathurin could have them back in contention in 2023-24.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles to knock down shots Mathurin closed Wednesday's 138-129 loss to the Knicks with 17 points (6-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), eight rebounds and four assists over 32 minutes.

Impact Mathurin has started nine straight games, as the Pacers are resting key players to end the season. The rookie has reached double digits in seven of those nine games, but his efficiency fluctuates. Wednesday was a poor shooting day, as he missed a team-high 11 shots. However, Mathurin posted four assists for the first time in 14 games and grabbed eight rebounds. Mathurin isn't likely to help out in multiple categories, but with the Pacers needing someone to score, he could be in line for big games to close out the season.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bennedict Mathurin surpassed Chris Duarte for Pacers' rookie 3-point record Mathurin surpassed teammate Chris Duarte for the most 3s by a Pacers rookie in a single season.

MARCH 30, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Offers little in loss Mathurin contributed four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 24 minutes during Saturday's 143-130 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Outside of Chris Duarte, Mathurin was the only other Pacer not to score in double digits Saturday. Despite rolling with the opening unit, Mathurin was barely visible, turning in another underwhelming performance. He continues to play through an ongoing ankle injury, and perhaps sitting out Saturday would have been a better option. He remains a viable asset, even in 12-team formats, although we saw here that when his shot isn't falling, he has very little else to fall back on.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Mathurin (rest) is cleared to play in Saturday's clash at Atlanta.

Impact After a poor two-point outing against the Celtics on Friday, there was a chance the rookie would rest his sore ankle. However, Mathurin will give it a go Saturday, hoping to bounce back.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Mathurin (rest) is expected to play in Saturday's game against the Hawks, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact There was a chance the rookie would rest his ankle during the second game of the back-to-back set, but he'll likely see the floor. Mathurin's coming off a terrible performance in Friday's loss to the Celtics, where he posted just two points, two assists and one rebound in 25 minutes.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable at Atlanta Mathurin is questionable for Saturday's tilt against the Hawks due to right ankle sprain injury management.

Impact Mathurin struggled during Friday's loss to the Celtics, posting just two points, two assists and one rebound in 25 minutes. He could rest on the second night of the back-to-back along with Tyrese Haliburton (rest), Chris Duarte (ankle) and Myles Turner (back), who are also all questionable.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors report: Andrew Nembhard, Bennedict Mathurin make Toronto their own The Raptors were without Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr. and Precious Achiuwa in a 118-114 loss to the Pacers.

MARCH 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bennedict Mathurin returns for Indiana Pacers with 18 point outing against Charlotte Hornets Mathurin missed the first four games of his career with a sprained ankle

MARCH 22, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Efficient in return Mathurin (ankle) amassed 18 points (7-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Monday's 115-109 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Head coach Rick Carlisle inserted Mathurin in the starting five after missing the Pacers' previous four games, and the rookie didn't exhibit any rust while taking on a healthy minutes load. The Pacers are running low on bodies with Tyrese Haliburton (knee) and Chris Duarte (ankle) having both missed multiple games, so Mathurin looks as though he could be in store for an expanded role on offense in the contests to come now that he's moved past his own injury.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Monday Mathurin (ankle) will start Monday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Mathurin will slide right into the starting lineup during his first appearance following a four-game absence due to an ankle injury. The rookie first-round pick has drawn only six previous starts this season, averaging 14.5 points and 4.2 rebounds in 28.8 minutes during those contests. In a corresponding move, Jordan Nwora will shift to a bench role.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bennedict Mathurin to return for Indiana Pacers vs Charlotte Hornets, Chris Duarte remains out Mathurin has missed the Pacers last four games

MARCH 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Cleared for action Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Mathurin (ankle) will play Monday against the Hornets, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Mathurin participated in the team's morning shootaround and has been cleared to return following a four-game absence due to an ankle injury. It's unclear how many minutes he'll play in his first game since March 9, but his presence will likely mean fewer minutes for Jordan Nwora. Before his injury, Mathurin had scored in double figures in eight of his previous 10 appearances, averaging 15.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.1 steals-plus-blocks in 28.3 minutes during that stretch.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in shootaround Mathurin (ankle) remains questionable for Monday's game against in Charlotte, but he participated in Indiana's morning shootaround, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports...

Impact Mathurin is certainly trending in the right direction and could return to action following a four-game absence, but his official availability likely won't be known until closer to the 7:00 p.m. ET tipoff. His potential return would likely impact Jordan Nwora's minutes.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Monday Mathurin (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game in Charlotte.

Impact Mathurin has missed the past four games, but this is the first time he's been hit with the questionable tag, which suggests he's getting close. If the rookie is able to return, Jordan Nwora's minutes would likely dip.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Philadelphia Mathurin (ankle) is out for Saturday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact Mathurin's absence streak will extend to four games due to a right ankle sprain. Andrew Nembhard should continue to see extended minutes with him out. Mathurin's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Charlotte.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How the Latin American NBA Academy helped save Bennedict Mathurin The people of a Latin American academy pulled a struggling Mathurin out of Montreal, hugged him until he broke, and tapped into his talent.

MARCH 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ruled out Thursday Mathurin (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bucks, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Impact Mathurin will miss a third consecutive game and doesn't yet have a clear timetable to return, but coach Rick Carlisle said Thursday that the 20-year-old is doing better and could travel with the Pacers for their road trip next week. Chris Duarte and Andrew Nembhard will likely see increased roles once again Thursday.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to sit Thursday Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Monday that Mathurin (ankle) is "making some real positive strides with his rehab," but the coach declined to offer a timeline for the rookie t...

Impact Mathurin missed his second straight game in Monday's 117-97 loss to the Pistons while he recovers from the right ankle sprain he sustained in last Thursday's win over Houston. Given that Mathurin didn't make the trip with the Pacers to Detroit on Monday, he appears unlikely to be available for the final game of the road trip Thursday in Milwaukee. However, the Pacers have yet to provide an official update on his status for that contest.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Mathurin (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Pistons.

Impact Mathurin will miss back-to-back games due to a right ankle sprain. It's unclear when he'll be able to suit up again, but his next chance to do so will arrive Thursday in Milwaukee. In his absence, Chris Duarte and Andrew Nembhard are candidates for increased roles.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden Ivey vs. Bennedict Mathurin show must wait: Both rookies out for Pistons-Pacers game Detroit Pistons rookie Jaden Ivey in NBA health and safety protocols, out for Indiana Pacers game. Pacers stud rookie Bennedict Mathurin is...

MARCH 11, 2023 • FREEP.COM

Ruled out Saturday Mathurin (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Detroit.

Impact Mathurin suffered a right ankle sprain early in Thursday's game against the Rockets and will officially miss one additional matchup. Coach Rick Carlisle also said Thursday that he doesn't expect Mathurin to play Monday against the Pistons. Chris Duarte and Andrew Nembhard are candidates to see increased run during Saturday's matchup.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bennedict Mathurin not expected to play against Detroit Pistons with ankle sprain Mathurin injured his ankle against the Rockets on Thursday

MARCH 10, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Likely to miss two Detroit games Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said after Thursday's 134-125 loss to the Rockest that he's not expecting Mathurin (ankle) to be available Saturday or Monday in Detroit, Scott Agne...

Impact Carlisle didn't provide much clarity regarding the severity of the sprained right ankle Mathurin sustained early in Thursday's contest, but the rookie wing looks as though he'll miss at least a couple of games. Assuming Mathurin ends up sitting out the Detroit series, Andrew Nembhard, Chris Duarte and T.J. McConnell could all be in store for expanded playing time.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return Mathurin (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Mathurin was carried to the locker room in the first quarter after turning his right ankle on a drive to the basket and was initially ruled questionable to return prior to being ruled out for the contest. He finished without recording any statistics in his three minutes of play. T.J. McConnell and Chris Duarte should see more minutes off the bench for the rest of Thursday's game. Mathurin will have a chance to suit up Saturday in Detroit.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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