Ivica Zubac News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

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MARCH 15 • SI.COM

Questionable for Sunday Zubac (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Zubac appeared in each of Indiana's last two outings following a 15-game absence due to a left ankle sprain, though he could be held out of Sunday's game in Milwaukee. If the big man isn't cleared to play, Jay Huff and Micah Potter would likely operate in expanded roles.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Bennedict Mathurin's hungry mindset confirms Pacers lost the Ivica Zubac trade Following a win over the Bulls, Bennedict Mathurin explained his hungry mindset, which confirms the Pacers lost the deadline-day trade.

MARCH 14 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

Chips in full stat line Zubac contributed 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 29 minutes during Friday's 101-92 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Zubac made his second appearance for Indiana, and he saw a big jump in playing time after logging only 16 minutes during Thursday's loss to the Suns. The 29-year-old big man's availability might be sporadic for the last-place Pacers down the stretch, but he should remain quite effective when available. Dating back to his time with the Clippers, Zubac has averaged 10.6 points, 9.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 26.6 minutes per tilt in his last seven games while shooting a robust 70.5 percent from the field.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 14 • YOUTUBE

Brunson scores 29, Anunoby adds 25 as Knicks get past the Pacers 101-92 for 2nd straight victory

Jalen Brunson finished with 29 points and nine assists, OG Anunoby added 25 points and eight rebounds, and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 101-92 on Friday night

MARCH 14 • Associated Press

Will play Friday Zubac (ankle) will play Friday versus the Knicks, Jared Schwartz of the New York Post reports.

Impact Zubac was held out of the second half of Thursday's game to have him available for both legs of the back-to-back set, and it'll be interesting to see if he's cleared for both halves Friday evening. With Zubac active, Jay Huff could be relegated to minutes in the teens.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers vs. Knicks injury report Mar. 13: Ivica Zubac, Karl-Anthony Towns, and more The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks will go head-to-head for the third time this season on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. ET.

MARCH 13 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Iffy for Friday Zubac (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Zubac made his Pacers debut Thursday, posting eight points (4-6 FG), six rebounds and two assists across 16 minutes during the 123-108 loss to the Suns. That was his first appearance since Feb. 2, and the veteran big man will likely be limited for the remainder of the campaign. It's surprising to see him even have a shot to suit up for the second night of Indiana's back-to-back set, but Zubac hardly ever misses time, appearing in at least 68 games in six straight seasons before 2025-26.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact in Pacers debut Zubac produced eight points (4-6 FG), six rebounds and two assists across 16 minutes during Thursday's 123-108 loss to the Suns.

Impact Zubac was limited to 16 minutes in his Pacers debut, but he made four of his six shots and also looked active on the glass. A 16-minute cameo isn't enough to see what Zubac might bring to the table, especially in a game where Pascal Siakam (knee) didn't play, but Zubac should stay as the Pacers' starter as long as he's healthy. It's unclear if Zubac will be available Friday on the second leg of a back-to-back set against the Knicks.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 13 • YOUTUBE

Getting start in return Zubac is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Phoenix, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Zubac will be inserted right into the starting five for his first action since being dealt to Indiana. It's unclear as to how many minutes he may go Thursday, as he's spent a little over a month rehabbing from an ankle injury, but it's a great sign for the Pacers to get him out there on a night where a good chunk of the rotation is sidelined due to injury.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Pacers debut Zubac (ankle) will play Thursday against the Suns, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.

Impact Zubac was upgraded to questionable ahead of Thursday's matchup, and the team has since given him the green light to take the floor for the first time as a member of the Pacers. The big man hasn't appeared in a game since Feb. 2, so it's safe to assume that Indiana will keep a close eye on his minutes until he's acclimated, which will likely take at least a few appearances.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 12 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Pacers vs. Suns injury report Mar. 12: Ivica Zubac update, Dillon Brooks, and more The Indiana Pacers provided an update on big man Ivica Zubac, who has yet to make his debut for the team, ahead of Thursday's game against t...

MARCH 12 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Upgraded to questionable Zubac (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Zubac has a chance to make his Pacers debut Thursday, as he's listed as questionable on the injury report for the first time since Feb. 9. The center has been battling a sprained left ankle. If he's able to return, he'd likely have his minutes monitored. However, Zubac's availability would mean fewer opportunities for Jay Huff and Micah Potter.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

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.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

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.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Zubac (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Zubac will have to wait at least one more game to make his Pacers debut while recovering from a left ankle sprain. His next chance to do so is Sunday against the Trail Blazers, but there's been no indication that the veteran center will be available for that contest.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Throw-in piece from Ivica Zubac trade suddenly gets number called Within the Ivica Zubac trade, the LA Clippers received a throw-in piece, and all of a sudden, he got called up to produce off the bench.

MARCH 5 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

Ivica Zubac Has to Wait for His First Game Against the Clippers Former Clippers fan favorite will not be suiting up in the Pacers' trip to LA on Wednesday.

MARCH 4 • SI.COM

Remains out for Wednesday Zubac (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Zubac has yet to make his Pacers debut due to a left ankle sprain, and the team has yet to provide a clear timetable for his return to action. The big man should be considered doubtful for future contests until Indiana offers an update on his progress.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ivica Zubac is already proving the Pacers right without having suited up for them yet New Indiana Pacers big man Ivica Zubac is already vindicating the team, and he has yet to make his debut for them.

MARCH 2 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Out for Sunday Zubac (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Zubac will remain on the sidelines Sunday as he continues to recover from a left ankle sprain. Head coach Rick Carlisle recently noted that the veteran center is still "a while" away from returning to game action, and the 15-45 Pacers are expected to remain cautious with his ramp-up process.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

The Ivica Zubac experiment with Pacers all hinges on one important adjustment A lot of eyes will be on Ivica Zubac as the Indiana Pacers' new starting center moving forward after they acquired him in February.

FEBRUARY 27 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

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Brunson scores 29, Anunoby adds 25 as Knicks get past the Pacers 101-92 for 2nd straight victory