DECEMBER 12 • SI.COM
AARON NESMITH #23 - SMALL FORWARD - INDIANA PACERS
9.2 PPG •
4.0 RPG •
1.0 APG
9.2 PPG
4.0 RPG
1.0 APG
Pacers HC Rick Carlisle Provides Major Injury Update on Aaron Nesmith, Ben Sheppard The Indiana Pacers are off to a disappointing 10-15 season start, good enough for the No. 9 seed in the lowly Eastern Conference. It's a bum...
Still weeks away from return Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis StarIndiana coach Rick Carlisle said Nesmith (ankle) is still weeks away from returning to action, Dustin Dopirak reports.
Impact Nesmith has been sidelined since spraining his left ankle against the Pelicans on Nov. 1. He was initially expected to return at some point in December, but that's now up in the air. For what it's worth, Nesmith was able to do some running and shooting on his own at Tuesday's practice.
DECEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Still weeks away from game action Coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that Nesmith (ankle) is still weeks away from returning to game action, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Andrew Nembhard (knee) is returning to the Pacers' starting lineup Sunday, but they'll still be without Nesmith for the foreseeable future. Quenton Jackson will move to the bench to make room for Nembhard, while Bennedict Mathurin should continue to start until Nesmith is cleared to play again. Given Carlisle's vague return timeline, it seems unlikely Nesmith will be able to play until after the NBA Cup concludes.
DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Nesmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Impact Nesmith has been sidelined since spraining his left ankle against the Pelicans on Nov. 1. He is expected to return to action in December, though he will have to wait at least Tuesday's game against Toronto to see the court.
DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Memphis plays Indiana, looks for 5th straight home win
Memphis looks to continue its four-game home win streak with a victory over IndianaNOVEMBER 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out until at least December Coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that Nesmith (ankle) will remain out until at least December, Tony East of SI.com reports.
Impact Nesmith was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks, which would've marked his fourth straight absence due to a left ankle sprain. However, the fifth-year wing is now looking at an extended absence, along with Andrew Nembhard (knee). In their absences, Bennedict Mathurin and Ben Sheppard have moved into the starting lineup, but Jarace Walker, Quenton Jackson and Enrique Freeman are also candidates for increased roles.
NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Sunday Nesmith (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Knicks.
Impact Nesmith's absence streak will extend to four games Sunday due to a sprained left ankle. Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard (knee) should continue to receive increased playing time in his absence. Nesmith's next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with Orlando.
NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Walking boot on left foot Head coach Rick Carlisle said Monday that Nesmith (ankle) is wearing a walking boot on his left foot, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Nesmith suffered a sprained left ankle during the Pacers' loss to the Pelicans on Friday. It's unclear how long he'll wear a walking boot, but while he is sidelined, Bennedict Mathurin should continue to be in the Pacers' starting lineup.
NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
Out for Monday vs. Mavs Nesmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Mavericks, Tony East of SI.com reports.
Impact Nesmith sustained a sprained left ankle in Friday's loss to the Pelicans and won't play Monday. In the 25-year-old's absence, Bennedict Mathurin will likely remain in the starting five.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Aaron Nesmith Suffers Injury Aaron Nesmith suffered an injury vs.
NOVEMBER 2 • KANSASCITY.COM
Won't return Friday Nesmith (ankle) won't return to Friday's game against the Pelicans.
Impact Nesmith was a perfect 5-for-5 from the floor with 12 points in 10 first-half minutes before sustaining a left ankle sprain. With Andrew Nembhard also out, the Pacers will need more out of Bennedict Mathurin, T.J. McConnell, Obi Toppin and Ben Sheppard.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Sprains left ankle Friday Nesmith is questionable to return to Friday's game against the Pelicans due to a left ankle sprain, Pat Boylan of Bally Sports Indiana reports.
Impact Per Tony East of SI.com, Nesmith was in a lot of pain as he reached for his left ankle and had to be helped off the court before limping to the locker room. Nesmith was a perfect 5-for-5 from the floor with 12 points in 10 first-half minutes. If Nesmith is unable to return, T.J. McConnell, Obi Toppin and Ben Sheppard would be candidates for increased roles, as Andrew Nembhard (knee) was ruled out ahead of the contest.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet in preseason win Nesmith finished with four points (2-7 FG, 0-2 3PT), one rebound and one block in 21 minutes during Thursday's preseason win over the Hornets.
Impact Nesmith was back in the starting lineup but struggled to find any rhythm. Although he is slated to be a starter come Opening Night, Nesmith's fantasy game is relatively limited. He could very well have pockets of value throughout the season but it's hard to see him being anything more than a streamer, barring injuries to other key players.
OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Starting vs. Charlotte Nesmith (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Hornets.
Impact The Pacers rotated their first unit in the previous preseason contest, but they're trending toward what looks like their lineup for the regular-season opener against the Pistons next Wednesday, and that includes Nesmith, who missed Monday's contest against the Grizzlies due to an ankle injury. Nesmith isn't expected to have any limits regarding his workload in this matchup, though the goal should be to keep him healthy and available for the season opener next week.
OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Out Monday Nesmith won't play in Monday's preseason game against Memphis for rest purposes.
Impact Nesmith, Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and T.J. McConnell will all get the night off but should return to action for Thursday's preseason finale against the Hornets. Nesmith posted 10 points (3-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 14 minutes during last Thursday's win over the Cavaliers.
OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Aaron Nesmith's Playoff Defense Legitimate? Will Aaron Nesmith’s 2024 postseason campaign earn him a starting lineup for opening day?
SEPTEMBER 4 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Aaron Nesmith Provides Pacers Plenty Punches The Indiana Pacers roster is set for the 2024-25 season.
AUGUST 27 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Ends productive season in loss Nesmith logged 14 points (4-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, an assist and a steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 105-102 loss to Boston in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference...
Impact Nesmith posted career-highs in every major category this season, putting up 12.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.7 blocks in 27.7 minutes. After signing an extension at the beginning of the season, the 24-year-old will likely return to the Pacers next season and look to expand on his role with the team.
MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE
Haliburton, Pacers take advantage of short-handed Knicks to even series with 121-89 rout in Game 4
Tyrese Haliburton scored 20 points, TMAY 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Good to go Nesmith (shoulder) is available for Sunday's Game 4 against the Knicks, Tony East of SI.com reports.
Impact Nesmith was deemed questionable ahead of Sunday's contest with a sore right shoulder. However, he'll suit up for the contest and should have no restrictions. Nesmith is averaging 9.3 points and 4.3 rebounds per game during the series.
MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy for Game 4 Nesmith is questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against New York with right shoulder soreness.
Impact Nesmith's shoulder injury is new, as he seemingly picked up the issue during the Pacers Game 3 win. Nesmith has averaged 34.3 minutes per game during the series, which could open up plenty of minutes for Doug McDermott and Ben Sheppard if Nesmith winds up sitting Sunday.
MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE
