Nesmith contributed 21 points (8-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-7 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 33 minutes during Monday's 111-102 loss to the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith is blossoming into a dangerous attacker off the dribble, and he showcased his athletic prowess by jamming on Nick Richards for a highlight-worthy dunk Monday. Nesmith didn't provide much besides scoring, but he is typically a reliable source of defensive playmaking, ranking in the 82nd percentile for steal rate and 76th percentile for block rate among all forwards this season.

Nesmith posted 22 points (8-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Sunday's 115-99 win over the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

The fourth-year forward topped 20 points for the third time in the last six games and drained multiple threes for the sixth time in the last seven contests as he continues his most productive run of the season. Over that seven-game stretch, Nesmith is averaging 17.9 points, 7.3 boards, 3.7 assists, 2.6 threes and 0.9 steals while shooting a blistering 60.0 percent from the floor and 51.4 percent (18-for-35) from long distance.

Nesmith finished Tuesday's 129-124 loss to the Celtics with 26 points (11-17 FG, 4-7 3Pt), 12 rebounds, seven assists and one block in 41 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

The fourth-year forward tied his season high in scoring as he led the Pacers in both points and boards on the night. Nesmith has looked good since returning from a three-game absence due to a shin issue, scoring at least 16 points in each of the last four games and averaging 15.9 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 2.4 threes over the last seven while shooting 53.8 percent from the floor and 44.7 percent (17-for-38) from beyond the arc. That hot streak lines up with the arrival of Pascal Siakam, so Nesmith's elevated usage to close out January might be his new normal.

Nesmith (shin) played 28 minutes and recorded 12 points (4-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists in Friday's 118-115 loss to the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith was back in action after a three-game absence due to a left tibia strain. Though the Pacers roster looked different from when he last played with the addition of Pascal Siakam and the subtraction of Bruce Brown, Nesmith maintained his spot in the starting five and notably saw more minutes than some of his primary competitors for playing time in Bennedict Mathurin (24 minutes), Jalen Smith (14 minutes) and Obi Toppin (11 minutes).

Nesmith (shins) will play in Friday's game against the Trail Blazers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith missed the past three games for Indiana due to soreness in both shins. There's no word of any restrictions, but he will likely have a reduced role on the offensive end with Pascal Siakam set to make his debut.

Nesmith (lower leg) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has missed three straight games due to a left tibialis anterior strain. He has a chance to return Friday, which is the second night of a back-to-back set, but his injury designation doesn't offer immense optimism, as he was questionable ahead of his previous two absences as well.

Nesmith (shins) will not play in Thursday's game against the Kings, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith will sit out for a third straight game Thursday, but it remains to be seen if he'll be able to return Friday against the Trail Blazers. With Pascal Siakam (trade pending) unavailable, Obi Toppin (calf) and Jarace Walker could each pick up some minutes.

Nesmith (shins) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith is in danger of missing his third straight game Thursday due to bilateral shin soreness. If the 24-year-old forward is ruled out, Jarace Walker and Kendall Brown could continue to see increased playing time.

Nesmith (shins) participated in Wednesday's practice, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has missed Indiana's last two contests due to bilateral shin soreness. However, his return to practice is a good sign of his availability against Sacramento on Thursday.

Nesmith (lower leg) is out for Monday's game against the Jazz, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith was added to the injury report as questionable earlier in the day due to leg soreness, and the team has since ruled him out for Monday's clash. Bennedict Mathurin looks to be the top option to start at small forward in Nesmith's absence.