Nesmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest with Cleveland.

EDGE Analysis

This will be Nesmith's 35th consecutive game due to his left ankle sprain, and he has appeared in only the first six games of the season. No timetable has been established yet for his return, but he has been able to participate in 5-on-5 at recent practices and is just trying to regain his conditioning.

Nesmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has been sidelined since Nov. 1 due to a left ankle sprain. He has managed to progress enough in his recovery to participate in 5-on-5 work, but the fifth-year forward needs more time to ramp up his conditioning. Nesmith's next opportunity to play will be Tuesday in a rematch with Cleveland.

Coach Rick Carlisle said Saturday that Nesmith (ankle) has been getting in some five-on-five work but will still need time to work on his conditioning, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith hasn't played since Nov. 1 due to a left ankle sprain. While Nesmith is progressing well in his recovery, he should still be considered week-to-week.

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said prior to Sunday's 123-114 win over the Celtics that Nesmith (ankle) is making progress and showing improvement, but the forward remains without a clear timeline for a return, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Carlisle added that Nesmith is doing some live work on the court, but the coach's unwillingness to commit to a timeline suggests that the 25-year-old will most likely be sidelined for the entirety of the Pacers' upcoming three-game week. Nesmith hasn't played since Nov. 1 due to a left ankle sprain.

Coach Rick Carlisle said Nesmith (ankle) is still weeks away from returning to action, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has been sidelined since spraining his left ankle against the Pelicans on Nov. 1. He was initially expected to return at some point in December, but that's now up in the air. For what it's worth, Nesmith was able to do some running and shooting on his own at Tuesday's practice.

Coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that Nesmith (ankle) is still weeks away from returning to game action, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Andrew Nembhard (knee) is returning to the Pacers' starting lineup Sunday, but they'll still be without Nesmith for the foreseeable future. Quenton Jackson will move to the bench to make room for Nembhard, while Bennedict Mathurin should continue to start until Nesmith is cleared to play again. Given Carlisle's vague return timeline, it seems unlikely Nesmith will be able to play until after the NBA Cup concludes.

Nesmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has been sidelined since spraining his left ankle against the Pelicans on Nov. 1. He is expected to return to action in December, though he will have to wait until at least Tuesday's game against Toronto to see the court.

Coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that Nesmith (ankle) will remain out until at least December, Tony East of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks, which would've marked his fourth straight absence due to a left ankle sprain. However, the fifth-year wing is now looking at an extended absence, as is Andrew Nembhard (knee). In their absences, Bennedict Mathurin and Ben Sheppard have moved into the starting lineup, but Jarace Walker, Quenton Jackson and Enrique Freeman are also candidates for increased roles.

Nesmith (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith's absence streak will extend to four games Sunday due to a sprained left ankle. Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard (knee) should continue to receive increased playing time in his absence. Nesmith's next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with Orlando.

Head coach Rick Carlisle said Monday that Nesmith (ankle) is wearing a walking boot on his left foot, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith suffered a sprained left ankle during the Pacers' loss to the Pelicans on Friday. It's unclear how long he'll wear a walking boot, but while he is sidelined, Bennedict Mathurin should continue to be in the Pacers' starting lineup.