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Pacers ended 12-game losing streak, beating Pistons 124-115

Rookie Bennedict Mathurin scored 27 points, hitting three 3-pointers in a pivotal third quarter, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Detroit Pistons 124-115 on Saturday night to snap a...

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Available Saturday Smith (face) is available for Saturday's matchup against the Pistons, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Impact Smith was struck in the nose during Friday's loss to the Spurs, limiting him to seven minutes. In his 29 total minutes to start the year, Smith has racked up 18 points, 10 rebounds, one assist and one block.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Smith (face, knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Smith exited Friday's game against the Spurs early due to a facial injury. Apparently, his questionable status stems from a lingering knee issue and not his facial injury. Some combination of Oshae Brissett, Isaiah Jackson and Terry Taylor would be in ilne for some extra run if Smith is ultimately unable to go.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana faces conference foe Detroit

Detroit heads to Indiana for an Eastern Conference matchup Saturday

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Done for night Smith won't return to Friday's game aginst the Spurs after being hit in the face, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Impact The extent of the damage to Smith is unclear, but it could also call into question his availability for Saturday evening's game against the Pistons. If he's unable to go, either Oshae Brissett or Isaiah Jackson could be in line to get the starting nod. Smith collected just two points and two rebounds over seven minutes before his departure.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Smith (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Smith felt knee soreness after the opener, but he's fine for Friday. During Wednesday's loss to the Wizards, he posted 16 points, eight rebounds, one assist and one block in 22 minutes.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers play the Spurs in out-of-conference contest

San Antonio visits Indiana for a non-conference matchup

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Questionable Friday Smith is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to right knee soreness.

Impact Smith was also questionable ahead of Wednesday's season opener, but he played through his knee injury and logged 16 points, eight rebounds, an assist and a block in 22 minutes. Although he continues to deal with a sore knee, it wouldn't be surprising to see him suit up once again Friday.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Beal, Wizards open season with 114-107 win over Pacers

Bradley Beal scored 23 points and Kyle Kuzma added 20 as the Washington Wizards led from wire to wire, beating the rebuilding Indiana Pacers 114-107

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Good to go for opener Smith (knee) said that he'll play in Wednesday's season opener against the Wizards, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.

Impact Smith was dealing with right knee tendonitis coming into Wednesday, but it won't prevent him from taking the floor for the Pacers' season opener. He figures to draw the start at power forward alongside Myles Turner in Indiana's frontcourt.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Smith is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards due to right knee soreness.

Impact Smith may have picked up the injury in the Pacers' final preseason game or in a recent practice. If he's out for the opener, more minutes could be in store for Oshae Brissett, Isaiah Jackson and Terry Taylor.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Another mediocre effort in loss Smith totaled 10 points (3-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Friday's loss to Houston.

Impact After a strong end to his 2021-22 season, Smith was handed the starting power forward role, making him an intriguing fantasy target. A lot of chatter resulted in him moving inside the top 100 when it comes to draft projections. Unfortunately, he has not been able to live up to the hype during what has been an underwhelming preseason. He remains a standard league target but it's fair to say that some of the shine has been taken off when was looking like a breakout opportunity.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers seek long-term success by building around young team

The Indiana Pacers start this season in a different position

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Will start Wednesday Smith (ankle) will start Wednesday's preseason clash versus the Hornets, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Smith was nearing 100 percent health early in camp after suffering a mild ankle tweak leading up to it, and it appears he's all systems go for the preseason. The third-year forward should play a sizeable role for the rebuilding Pacers in 2022-23 and is coming off a promising sophomore season that saw him post 9.2 points and 6.0 rebounds over 18.1 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly recovered from ankle tweak Smith is close to 100 percent healthy after suffering a mild ankle tweak ahead of training camp, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Impact After coming over in a mid-season trade from Phoenix, Smith averaged 13.4 points and 7.6 rebounds across 22 appearances with Indiana. The 2020 first-round pick should continue to get opportunities to replicate his success from last season, but he could be part of a messy frontcourt rotation until Myles Turner gets moved.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will return to Indiana Smith and the Pacers agreed to a two-year deal Friday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith was traded to the Pacers from the Suns at the deadline last season. In his 22 appearances with Indiana, he averaged 13.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 24.7 minutes -- the best stretch of his career. The Pacers are rebuilding, so Smith should continue to get chances to prove his potential, though consistent minutes in the mid-to-upper 20s may not be there unless Myles Turner gets moved.

JULY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers start long offseason looking to overhaul roster

When Indiana Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard made three midseason trades, it was clear he intended to rebuild

APRIL 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Still out Sunday Smith (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets.

Impact Smith will miss back-to-back games to end the regular season. Across 22 appearances with the Pacers this season, the second-year big man has averaged 13.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 24.7 minutes per game.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brooklyn takes on Indiana, seeks 4th straight victory

Brooklyn looks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory against Indiana

APRIL 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Embiid has 41 points, 20 rebounds as Sixers down Pacers

Joel Embiid made his closing argument for MVP votes and improved his chances of winning the NBA scoring title as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Indiana Pacers 133-120

APRIL 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Smith (groin) will not play in Saturday's matchup with the 76ers, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Smith had logged 20-plus minutes in five consecutive games before landing on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game. His absence means he will have just one more chance to suit up this year in the Pacers' regular-season finale versus the Nets on Sunday.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin soreness Smith is questionable for Saturday's contest against the 76ers due to left groin soreness.

Impact Smith has played 20-plus minutes in five straight games, so his potential absence could leave Indiana shorthanded against Joel Embiid. Goga Bitadze (foot) is also questionable, which leaves Isaiah Jackson, Oshae Brissett and Terry Taylor as the only healthy big man currently on Indiana's roster.

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Approaches double-double off bench Smith contributed 19 points (7-12 FG, 2-5 3PT, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, three blocks, two assists and one steal in the 131-122 loss to Philadelphia on Tuesday.

Impact With injuries to centers Myles Turner and Goga Bitadze, Smith has become a solid contributor for Indiana since the end of February. The second-year forward put up 13.7 points and 8.3 rebounds per game in March and has two games with 17-plus to start the month of April.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brown, Tatum pair up to lead Celtics past Pacers 128-123

Jaylen Brown scored 32 points and Jayson Tatum had 31 to help the Boston Celtics stop a rare late-season stumble and beat the Indiana Pacers 128-123

APRIL 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores 15 points in return Smith chipped in 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six rebounds and three blocks over 30 minutes during Saturday's 131-91 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Smith returned to action Saturday following a two-game absence due to an illness. The second-year big man picked up right where he left off, scoring in double figures for a fifth consecutive appearance. He also blocked a team-high three shots, marking his second-highest total of the season. Across 10 contests in March, Smith has averaged 14.0 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 26.2 minutes per game.

MARCH 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE