INDIANA PACERS NEWS

Indiana and Oklahoma City set for out-of-conference matchup

Indiana faces Oklahoma City in non-conference play

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Game Preview: Pacers vs Thunder ' Indiana Pacers Matchup To kick off the final 22 games of the regular season, the Pacers (20-40) are hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder (18-40) on Friday nig...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • NBA.COM

Malcolm Brogdon - Officially probable Friday Brogdon (Achilles) is probable for Friday's game against the Thunder, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.

Impact Brogdon said Wednesday he expected to take the court for Friday's contest, and he's officially labeled probable on Indiana's injury report. The 29-year-old missed 15 straight games heading into the All-Star break and has appeared in only three games since mid-December, but it appears the midseason pause provided enough rest for him to retake the court. Given the significant layoff, Brogdon could face some workload restrictions for the near future.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Duarte - Questionable vs. Thunder Duarte (toe) is questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Duarte missed the final two games before the break. Even if he doesn't return Friday, it seems like he'll be back in the lineup soon. An absence could open up minutes for Duane Washington, Lance Stephenson and Keifer Sykes.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Jackson - Officially probable Friday Jackson (ankle) is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Thunder, Tony East of Locked On Pacers reports.

Impact Jackson missed seven of the final eight games before the break with an ankle injury, but he went through a full practice Wednesday and should be back on the floor as the Pacers begin the stretch run. The rookie flashed for 26 points and 10 rebounds in 29 minutes against the Clippers on Jan. 31, so he's one of several names to monitor in the Indiana frontcourt -- at least until Myles Turner (foot) returns from his injury.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goga Bitadze - Should play Friday Bitadze (foot) is probable for Friday's game against the Thunder, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.

Impact Bitadze was sidelined for the final game before the All-Star break by foot soreness, but he's expected to retake the court Friday. He started four straight games prior to the absence and averaged 8.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.5 blocks in 21.0 minutes.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NBA odds: Every team's 2022 title futures after All-Star Weekend

NBA All-Star Weekend is a wrap. Let's take a look at the title odds for all 30 teams as we head into the final stretch of the 2022 season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

T.J. McConnell - Sheds cast, return 'weeks away' Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Thursday that McConnell is no longer donning a cast on his surgically repaired right wrist, but the point guard is "weeks" away from playing, J...

Impact Multiple reports suggested that McConnell would be sidelined for an extended period when he underwent surgery on the wrist in early December, so his continued absence and lack of a clear return timeline nearly two and a half months after the procedure doesn't come as a major surprise. While the fact that McConnell has shed his cast is seemingly a step in the right direction, the 29-year-old looks as though he's at least a week or more away from resuming on-court work. With McConnell out indefinitely and Malcolm Brogdon's lingering Achilles injury making him a potential shutdown candidate, Tyrese Haliburton could end up seeing extensive run at point guard throughout the second half of the season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers' revised roster faces different challenge after break

When Rick Carlisle took the Indiana Pacers job, he inherited an experienced roster with playoff aspirations

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NBA Power Rankings: Suns, Heat, Bucks lead down the stretch

Yaron Weitzman serves up his NBA Power Rankings after the All-Star break, with the Suns, Heat and Bucks topping the list.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Great Excitement for Brogdon-Haliburton Backcourt ' Indiana Pacers Tyrese Haliburton made a strong first impression in Indiana. The 21-year-old guard averaged 20.8 points and 11 assists while shooting 45.8 p...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • NBA.COM

Boyd: 3 things I'm watching over the Pacers' last 22 games of the season The\u00a0pairing of Brogdon and Haliburton\u00a0is the No. 1 thing I'll be looking at over Indiana's final 22 games of the regular season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

T.J. Warren - Practicing, but no timeline Warren (foot) participated in the majority of practice Wednesday but remains without a timetable for making his season debut, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact The Pacers have been tight-lipped about where exactly Warren stands in his recovery from the surgery he underwent Jan. 5, 2021 to address a stress reaction in his left foot. He was cleared to increase basketball activities in early January, and the fact that he was able to practice in the Pacers' first session out of the All-Star break at least suggests that he's progressing. Warren will likely continue to gradually ramp up the intensity of his workouts, but the non-playoff-contending Pacers won't be incentivized to rush the forward back into action. If and when Warren plays this season, he'll likely face a strict minutes limit, at least initially.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Jackson - Expected to play Friday Jackson (ankle) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice session, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Jackson dealt with right ankle soreness ahead of the All-Star break and has missed the Pacers' last three games, but he didn't have any issues after participating in practice Wednesday. The team hasn't yet revealed his status ahead of Friday's matchup against Oklahoma City, but he appears to be trending in the right direction. For what it's worth, Jackson said after practice Wednesday that he expects to be ready to go Friday, per Boyd.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Myles Turner - Still 'a couple weeks away' Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Wednesday that Turner (foot) is still "a couple weeks" away from returning to action, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact A stress reaction in Turner's left foot has kept the center out since mid-January. Fantasy managers should hope for a return in mid-March but must keep in mind when fantasy leagues end. Managers fighting for the playoffs may need to swap out Turner for someone who can provide immediate value. In Turner's stead, more minutes should continue to be available for Goga Bitadze (foot), Isaiah Jackson (ankle) and Terry Taylor, the latter of whom remains on a two-way deal.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Duarte - Doesn't practice Wednesday Duarte (toe) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice session, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Duarte missed the Pacers' final two games prior to the All-Star break after jamming his toe against the Timberwolves on Feb. 13. His status for Friday's game against Oklahoma City hasn't been determined, but his absence from practice isn't encouraging. If Duarte remains out against the Thunder, Duane Washington, Buddy Hield and Lance Stephenson should continue to see additional run.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks, Suns sit atop Nick Wright's NBA tiers after All-Star break

Nick Wright unveiled his latest NBA tiers on Wednesday, and he's all-in on the Greek Freak's chances to repeat.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Malcolm Brogdon - Expects to play Friday Brogdon (Achilles) said Wednesday that he expects to play in Friday's matchup against Oklahoma City, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Brogdon missed significant time prior to the All-Star break and has appeared in just three games since Dec. 15. However, he participated in practice Wednesday and said afterward that he'd be able to suit up if the team's matchup against the Thunder was held Wednesday. While the Pacers will presumably see how Brogdon fares in the coming days before officially determining his status for Friday's game, he's trending in the right direction ahead of the second half of the season.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Timeline of NBA in 1990s as league celebrates 75th season

Timeline of the National Basketball Association during the 1990s

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bulls sign Tristan Thompson, release Alfonzo McKinnie

The Chicago Bulls signed forward/center Tristan Thompson on Saturday night and released forward Alfonzo McKinnie

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest Winners 2022 — Karl-Anthony Towns, Minnesota 2021 — Stephen Curry, Golden State 2020 — Buddy Hield, Sacramento 2019 — Joe Harris, Brooklyn 2018 — De...

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Tyrese Haliburton - Plays distributor for Team Isiah Haliburton finished with two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), 11 assists, eight rebounds and two steals across both legs of the Rising Stars competition at All-Star Weekend.

Impact Haliburton wasn't overly aggressive offensively, but he did dish out 11 assists, which were the most among all contestants. The 21-year-old also notched a game-high two steals during the championship matchup, but his efforts weren't enough as Team Barry escaped with a two-point victory.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

2022 Rising Stars Recap: Haliburton, Team Isiah Advance to Finals ' Indiana Pacers Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton helped Team Isiah secure a narrow 50-49 victory in the semifinals of the Rising Stars competition at 2022 NBA...

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • NBA.COM

NBA odds: Every team's 2021-2022 title futures before All-Star Weekend

Will the Suns get back to the Finals? Can the Bulls make a push? Check out the NBA title odds for all teams ahead of All-Star Weekend.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Tristan Thompson officially waived by Indiana The Indiana Pacers announced today they have waived Tristan Thompson. The Pacers roster currently stands at 16.Source: NBA.com What’s the bu...

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • HOOPSHYPE.COM