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1 DAY AGO • YOUTUBE

Actually available Wednesday Updating a previous report, Furphy (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Furphy was initially ruled out, but a correction was made minutes later. While he'll return from a one-game absence due to strep throat, Furphy isn't guaranteed playing time. He's made only one five-minute appearance during garbage time this season.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Furphy (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Furphy will miss a second straight game due to strep throat. His absence shouldn't impact Indiana's rotation, as he's made only one five-minute appearance during garbage time this season.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Furphy (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Celtics.

Impact Furphy is in danger of missing his second straight contest while recovering from strep throat. However, his potential absence shouldn't significantly impact Indiana's rotation.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Furphy (illness) will not play Monday against the Magic, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Furphy is dealing with strep throat and is considered day-to-day. His next chance to play will be Wednesday against Boston, though he's not typically a lock to crack the rotation.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Furphy (ankle) is good to go for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Impact Furphy was unable to take part in the preseason, but he was able to get limited work in during practices. The No. 35 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Furphy will struggle to crack the rotation to open the season.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out for remainder of preseason Coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that Furphy (ankle) will not suit up for the remainder of the preseason, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Impact Furphy tweaked his ankle during training camp in early October, and he has been a limited participant during practice since. While the 19-year-old is not expected to see the floor until Opening Night, he was able to put shots up during Sunday's shootaround and looked comfortable doing so. The No. 35 overall pick of the 2024 Draft will likely struggle to find significant playing time to begin his career, and he will compete for minutes with Bennedict Mathurin, Kendall Brown and Jarace Walker off the bench.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Thursday Furphy (ankle) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Cavaliers.

Impact The No. 35 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Furphy tweaked his ankle in practice earlier this month and has yet to suit up for a preseason contest. His next chance to play will come against the Grizzlies on Monday.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday During an appearance on The Wake Up Call, Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said Furphy (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Hawks.

Impact The No. 35 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Furphy tweaked his ankle last week and has been limited in practice since. He's considered day-to-day, however, so it's possible he debuts Thursday against the Cavaliers.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Not participating in 5-on-5 Friday Furphy (ankle) will not participate in the Pacers' 5-on-5 scrimmage Sunday, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Furphy has been dealing with an ankle injury which has kept him limited during training camp. The 19-year-old participated fully in Friday's practice, so the club is likely just taking it slow with the rookie until the regular season begins. Furphy is expected to compete for playing time in the second unit, though the Pacers have a plethora of young talent on the wing in Aaron Nesmith, Bennedict Mathurin and Jarace Walker.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Practices fully Friday Furphy (ankle) was active during Friday's practice, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Impact Furphy was back in the mix Friday, and he ran with the second unit of T.J. McConnell, Ben Sheppard, Bennedict Mathurin and Obi Toppin with Isaiah Jackson (undisclosed) limited.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle soreness Furphy is dealing with tweaks to both ankles and will not practice Thursday, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Furphy is one of numerous Pacers tending to minor injuries in the first few days of training camp, per coach Rick Carlilse. The 19-year-old's impending absence appears to be precautionary maintenance for the rookie during the team's ramp-up process.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out SL Finale Furphy won't play in Saturday's Summer League game against the Cavaliers, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Impact Furphy will join Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker on the sidelines for Saturday's contest, with the trio getting the night off after playing in each of Indiana's first four Summer league games. Furphy will leave Las Vegas having averaged. 14.0 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.8 steals while hitting 10 of his 35 three-point attempts.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE