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T.J. McConnell - Ruled out for Tuesday McConnell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Impact The veteran point guard exited Sunday's loss to Portland in the fourth quarter due to right hamstring soreness and will miss Tuesday's contest with the same issue. His next opportunity to play will come Thursday against Phoenix. With McConnell out and Andrew Nembhard (neck/back) doubtful to play, Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ben Sheppard are all in line to see increased playing time.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jarace Walker - Probable for Tuesday Walker is probable for Tuesday's game against the Kings due to a right ankle sprain and mid back soreness.

Impact Walker tallied 14 points during Sunday's matchup against Portand but evidently emerged from the game a bit banged up. Even so, he appears on track to play Tuesday in Sacramento.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ivica Zubac - Won't play Tuesday Zubac (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Impact Zubac has yet to make his Pacers debut due to a sprained left ankle and remains without a definitive timetable for a return. He should be considered doubtful for future contests until Indiana offers an update on his progress.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Nembhard - Unlikely to play Tuesday Nembhard is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Kings due to lower back and neck soreness.

Impact Nembhard was cleared to suit up for Sunday's matchup against the Blazers, but he's on track to get a rest day Tuesday evening. Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be in line for a start at point guard, assuming Nembhard is downgraded to out closer to tipoff.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Siakam - Sidelined with knee sprain Siakam is out for Tuesday's game against the Kings due to a right knee sprain.

Impact Siakam looked sharp in Sunday's matchup against Portland, but he'll take a seat Tuesday after suffering a knee injury. Kobe Brown and Micah Potter should be in line for more chances in the frontcourt with Siakam sidelined.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pacers have hidden advantage in lottery odds nobody is talking about The Indiana Pacers have a good chance of landing a top pick in this year's NBA draft with roughly a month left in the season.

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Kobe Brown - Decent stat line off bench Brown accumulated eight points (3-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and one block over 20 minutes during Sunday's 131-111 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Brown has scored in single figures in six straight games, and his streaming viability is mostly tied to occasions when the Pacers choose to rest some of their key contributors. The third-year forward has averaged 7.5 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 22.7 minutes per tilt in his last six games.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jayson Tatum's return just showed Tyrese Haliburton something he can't forget Boston Celtics star Jaysn Tatum recently returned from an Achilles injury and may have sent a message to Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburt...

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Jarace Walker - Efficient in loss to Portland Walker ended Sunday's 131-111 loss to the Trail Blazers with 14 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals in 31 minutes.

Impact The Pacers struggled massively on defense in this game, but Walker was efficient with his shot while scoring in double digits for a fifth consecutive contest. The third-year is having a career-best season in 2025-26, averaging 11.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 0.8 steals per game in 63 appearances (28 starts). The uptick in his scoring numbers has been noticeable, as Walker has scored in double digits in all but one of his last 19 contests dating back to Jan. 21.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jay Huff - Scores 16, shines defensively Huff ended with 16 points (5-15 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist, five blocks and one steal over 22 minutes during Sunday's 131-111 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Huff needed 15 shots and only made 30 percent of his threes en route to his 16-point outing, but his real value came on the defensive end with six combined steals-plus-blocks. Huff has scored in double digits while providing multiple blocks in three of his last four starts, and he's averaging 13.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 2.1 blocks per game since the All-Star break.

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Pascal Siakam - Scores 22 points in loss Siakam had 22 points (9-20 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-9 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals in 32 minutes during Sunday's 131-111 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Siakam was one of the few bright spots for the Pacers in this 20-point loss, and the forward continues to carry the team offensively. This was his fifth consecutive outing with 20-plus points, a stretch in which he's averaging 27.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.4 steals per game. Siakam has been nursing a wrist injury, so he might be rested from time to time, but he's a strong fantasy asset to consider every time he's deemed active, especially considering the big role he has on the Pacers' offensive scheme.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Indiana plays Sacramento, looks to break road losing streak

Indiana comes into a matchup with Sacramento as losers of five road games in a row

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Scoot Henderson scores 28 points as the Trail Blazers beat the reeling Pacers 131-111

Scoot Henderson scored a season-high 28 points on 10-of-15 shooting and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the skidding Indiana Pacers 131-111

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

PACERS at TRAIL BLAZERS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | March 8, 2026

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T.J. McConnell - Won't return Sunday McConnell will not return to Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to right hamstring soreness.

Impact McConnell exited partway through the fourth quarter of Sunday's contest and will not be able to return due to a sore right hamstring. It should be mentioned that McConnell has been dealing with a right hamstring issue for some time now, most recently missing a game on Feb. 22. If he is forced to miss time, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson could see increased minutes.

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Siakam, Avdija, Nembhard, Nesmith & Murray's status revealed ahead of Pacers-Blazers The Indiana Pacers announced that Pascal Siakam (wrist), Andrew Nembhard (back) and Aaron Nesmith (ankle) will all be available to play in S...

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Aaron Nesmith - Available Sunday Nesmith (ankle, back) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Nesmith will make third straight appearance despite battling ankle and back injuries. In his two games since returning from injury, he has averaged just 4.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 blocks in 21.5 minutes per contest.

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Andrew Nembhard - Will play Sunday Nembhard (back/neck) is available for Sunday's game against Portland.

Impact Nembhard will shed his questionable tag due to neck and back soreness and suit up for a third consecutive contest. Over six appearances since the All-Star break, the 26-year-old guard has averaged 15.3 points, 6.3 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 27.2 minutes per game.

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Pascal Siakam - Will play Sunday Siakam (wrist) is available for Sunday's game in Portland.

Impact Siakam will continue to play through the wrist issue, as expected. The 10-year vet is averaging 24.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.8 triples and 1.1 steals per game this season.

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The Pacers' future is already proving to be on the roster The Indiana Pacers have not been a contender this season, but they have found key pieces to keep this team afloat when healthy.

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Pacers vs. Trail Blazers injury report Mar. 8: Andrew Nembhard, Deni Avdija, and more The Indiana Pacers and Portland Trail Blazers will go head-to-head for the first time this season on Sunday night.

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Aaron Nesmith - Probable for Sunday Nesmith (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against Portland.

Impact Probable tags have been par for the course for Nesmith lately, so this isn't a major concern for fantasy managers. A maintenance day is likely to be in his near future, however, along with several other key Pacers.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Nembhard - Questionable for Sunday Nembhard (back/neck) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Portland.

Impact Nembhard has been a regular on the injury report of late due to neck and back soreness, though he has played in each of Indiana's last two games. If he's unable to suit up Sunday, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be candidates for increased playing time.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ivica Zubac - Remains out for Sunday Zubac (ankle) is out for Sunday's game versus Portland.

Impact Zubac's debut continues to be put on hold as he recovers from his ankle sprain. The Pacers are being very cautious with their new addition, but recent reports have suggested that he's getting closer.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Siakam - Listed as probable Siakam is probable for Sunday's game versus Portland with a left wrist sprain.

Impact This appears to be a minor issue for Siakam, but it's worth monitoring closely with how cautious the team has been. With a back-to-back set coming up on March 12 and 13, a maintenance day could be in his near future.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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