Impact Smith will replace Aaron Nesmith in the starting lineup Friday after missing Wednesday's game due to right knee soreness. The third-year big man has started in all 24 games he's played this season.
DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Returns to starting lineup Smith is in the starting five for Friday's game against the Wizards, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Off injury report Smith (knee) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Impact Smith will return following a one-game absence. He could see more minutes if Myles Turner (hamstring), who is questionable, gets ruled out. Over his past 10 appearances, Smith is averaging 12.1 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 22.3 minutes.
DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Wednesday Smith (knee) won't play in Wednesday's game against Minnesota.
Impact Smith will miss his first game of the season after coming down with right knee soreness following Monday's win over Golden State. Aaron Nesmith is making the start with Smith absent Wednesday.
DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable Smith is questionable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota due to a sore right knee.
Impact Smith hasn't missed a game yet this season, but he was a late addition to Wednesday's injury report due to his knee issue. If he's unable to suit up against the Timberwolves, more minutes should be available for Oshae Brissett and Isaiah Jackson.
DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nears double-double Monday Smith had 15 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 28 minutes during Monday's 112-104 victory over Golden State.
Impact Smith's efforts have been well above the season rate recently, and he delivered again Monday in a big win over the Warriors. Smith has been particularly effective as a rim protector recently, registering seven blocks over the last three games. If he continues to produce near that level, Smith could find his way into some fantasy lineups.
DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Markkanen, Kessler help Jazz overwhelm Pacers 139-119
Lauri Markkanen had 24 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 139-119 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday nightDECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Available Friday Smith (face) is not on the injury report for Friday's contest against the Jazz, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
Impact Smith exited Wednesday's loss to the Kings with a facial contusion but is not on the team's injury report for Friday's game. He should not face any sort of restrictions heading into the contest.
DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't return Wednesday Smith (face) didn't return to Wednesday's loss to Sacramento.
Impact Smith once again finished with a superb offensive outing, as the forward reached the 22-point mark for a second time in three games. However, Smith left early due to a facial injury. He'll presumably be tabbed questionable for the Pacers' next contest Friday against Utah.
DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Monk and Barnes score 22 each, Kings beat Pacers
Harrison Barnes and Malik Monk each scored 22 points and the Sacramento Kings beat the Indiana Pacers 137-114 on Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streakDECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Questionable to return Wednesday Smith is questionable to return to Wednesday's game against the Kings due to a facial contusion.
Impact Although the severity of the injury appears to be minor, Smith is officially questionable to return to action. The forward notched a team-best 22 points before suffering the injury.
DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores team-high 23 points Smith racked up 23 points (8-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds and one block in 29 minutes during Sunday's 114-100 loss to the Clippers.
Impact Smith had an efficient day shooting the basketball and tied his season high with three made triples. He also fell just one rebound shy of a double-double and has swatted away a shot in three of his last four contests. Smith has now scored in double figures in each of his last two games, which is a good sign after being held to six points Nov. 21 and two points Nov. 23 (both against Orlando).
NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Zubac scores 31, pulls down 29 boards; Clippers beat Pacers
Ivica Zubac scored a season-high 31 points and pulled down a career-best 29 rebounds as the Los Angeles Clippers pulled away in the second half to beat the Indiana Pacers 114-100NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cleans glass in win Smith finished with 10 points (4-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 18 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal over 30 minutes during Friday's 99-91 victory over the Rockets.
Impact Smith dominated the glass Friday, hauling in a career-high 18 rebounds. He added 10 points to record his fourth double-double of the season, an encouraging performance for skeptical managers. He is currently outside the top 180 thus far but has cracked top 100 value over the past week. Despite a few ups and downs, his role appears relatively secure, making him a viable asset across 12-team formats.
NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Haliburton has 19 points, Pacers rally to beat Rockets 99-91
Tyrese Haliburton had 19 points and the Indiana Pacers overcame a huge early deficit to beat the Houston Rockets 99-91 on Friday nightNOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pacers use big fourth quarter to beat Raptors 118-104
Buddy Hield scored 22 points, Myles Turner had 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers used a dominant fourth quarter to beat the Toronto Raptors 118-104NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Goes for 15 and 11 in win Smith ended Monday's 129-122 victory over New Orleans with 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist and one block over 29 minutes.
Impact Myles Turner's big night stole the show for Indiana, but Smith quietly posted his third double-double of the season. The 2020 first-round pick, who was cast off by the Suns, has started every game thus far and is up to 11.0 points, 8.1 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.9 blocks per game in 24.2 minutes. His percentages -- 45.2% FG, 29.7% 3PT, 68.2% FT -- leave plenty to be desired, however.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Turner has 37 points, 12 rebounds, Pacers beat Pelicans
Myles Turner had season highs of 37 points and 12 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers beat the New Orleans Pelicans 129-122 for their fourth win in five gamesNOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Now with the Pacers, Baltimore's Jalen Smith is making the most of a fresh start: 'You could see he was happy' BALTIMORE — It’s possible Jalen Smith’s first sigh of relief since he was selected 10th overall by the Phoenix Suns in the 2020 NBA draft oc...
OCTOBER 30, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Strong double-double Monday Smith ended Monday's 120-106 loss to the 76ers with 17 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 25 minutes.
Impact Smith turned in another encouraging performance, delivering solace for those who took a chance on him in their drafts. After a slow start, he has been able to rediscover the form that propelled him into the fantasy discussion late last season. While there are sure to be a few bumps in the road, the recent signs have been positive.
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Goes for 19-and-5 with three blocks Smith totaled 19 points (9-16 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist and three blocks over 28 minutes during Saturday's 124-115 win over the Pistons.
Impact Smith finally found some form in the win, reminding everyone just what he can do on the basketball court. After a disappointing preseason, Smith failed to deliver anything of note over the first two games of the season. That changed here as he put up solid contributions on both ends of the floor. It appears as though his role is secure and so while there will be some bumps in the road, he should be locked in as a 12-team commodity the rest of the way.
OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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 SaturdayOCTOBER 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
