The injury bug has hit the NBA hard in the past week – Kevin Durant, Yes Morant, Zion Williamson and more – did not spare the Itinerants.
Two starters are out: Aaron Nesmith will be out until at least December with a sprained ankle, while Andrew Nembhard will miss at least two weeks with a sprained knee, the team announced.
Aaron Nesmith (left ankle sprain) will be out until at least December and Andrew Nembhard (sore left knee) will be out at least two weeks, according to coach Carlisle.
– Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) November 10, 2024
Expect a lot more running for Ben Sheppard and Bennedict Mathurin, but there’s also more pressure on Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam to step up and fill the gaps on offense.
“NBA coaching is resourcefulness and problem solving,” Rick Carlisle says in response to an injury question. Peacemakers will have to get very creative. “We haven’t had this level of guys in quite some time.”
– Tony East (@TonyREAst) November 10, 2024
The Pacers are already without backup centers James Wiseman and Isaiah Jackson for the season, both due to torn Achilles. That has starter Myles Turner stepping up, but the Pacers are looking around on the trade market for a possible backup five for the rest of the season.
