Nesmith (ankle) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith suffered an ankle sprain in Game 3, but powered through the injury during that contest. Although it was uncertain whether he'd suit up for Game 4, the Vanderbilt product will be on the floor on Tuesday. The 25-year-old is averaging 16.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks per game in this series while shooting 53.6 percent from the field and an impressive 73.3 percent from beyond the arc.

Nesmith (ankle) will be listed as questionable for Game 4 against the Knicks on Tuesday, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle indicated that Nesmith will be a game-time decision, meaning the team will likely see how his ankle responds in warmups before a decision is made. Nesmith rolled his right ankle during the third quarter of Sunday's contest, but he was able to come back into the game late in the fourth quarter. Nesmith finished the contest with eight points, seven rebounds, two steals and one block in 26 minutes.

Nesmith (ankle) is back in Sunday's Game 3 against the Knicks, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith rolled his right ankle during the third quarter of Sunday's contest, but he was able to come back into the game late in the fourth quarter with the Knicks surging back into the game. Despite returning to the game, the injury could be something to monitor ahead of Tuesday's Game 4.

Nesmith went back to the locker room during the third quarter of Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Knicks on Sunday due to an apparent ankle injury, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith went down after appearing to roll his ankle while attempting a pass along the baseline. If he is unable to return, Obi Toppin and Ben Sheppard will likely pick up extra minutes.

Nesmith generated 30 points (9-13 FG, 8-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, one steal and two blocks in 39 minutes of Wednesday's 138-135 overtime win against the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith made six three-pointers and scored 20 total points in the final five minutes of regulation, helping the Pacers erase a 15-point deficit to force overtime. Nesmith scored 11 consecutive points in the final minute, setting up Tyrese Haliburton's game-tying jumper at the buzzer. The performance marked Nesmith's second 30-point game of the 2024-25 season, and his eight three-pointers were a career high - topping his seven made threes Dec. 30, 2023, which also came against the Knicks. He's averaging 14.6 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists across 29.6 minutes per game during the playoffs.

Nesmith notched 13 points (5-14 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 114-105 win over the Cavaliers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith grabbed a game-high 13 rebounds, securing just his second double-double of the season. He has now scored double-digits in eight of his 10 postseason appearances, but this was only his fourth game with double-digit shot attempts. Indiana will now face the winner of the New York and Boston series, in which New York currently holds a 3-1 lead heading into Game 5.

Nesmith posted 12 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and four assists in 23 minutes during Sunday's 129-109 victory over Cleveland in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith shot 50 percent from the field during Game 4 while being one of seven players for the Pacers to score in double figures in this blowout win. The 24-year-old guard is averaging 14.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.4 steals per game during these NBA playoffs, shooting 49 percent from the floor and 50 percent from beyond the arc.

Nesmith closed with 23 points (8-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal over 33 minutes during Tuesday's 120-119 victory over Cleveland in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith continues to play his best basketball of the season, scoring double-digits for the sixth straight game. He also added four combined steals and blocks, helping the Pacers to yet another nailbiting victory. The series will now shift to Indiana with the Pacers leading 2-0. While he doesn't always receive a lot of attention, you can rest assured Nesmith will continue to play a key role moving forward.

Nesmith posted 19 points (8-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt), 12 rebounds and three assists across 41 minutes during Tuesday's 119-118 overtime win over the Bucks in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith recorded his first double-double of the 2024-25 campaign, and he tied his career-high mark in rebounds Tuesday. The 25-year-old forward also finished as the Pacers' third-leading scorer, logging his fourth consecutive contest with at least 14 points. Nesmith averaged 14.8 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists across 30.2 minutes per game in the first round.

Nesmith (back) is available for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has been upgraded from probable to available with a back bruise Tuesday as the Pacers look to eliminate Milwaukee from the playoffs. The 25-year-old swingman shouldn't face any restrictions in Game 5. Through four contests this postseason, Nesmith has averaged 13.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.8 three-pointers in 27.8 minutes while shooting 52.4 percent from downtown.