Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Sun 11/3/24 6:43 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Mavericks, Tony East of SI.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith sustained a sprained left ankle in Friday's loss to the Pelicans and won't play Monday. In the 25-year-old's absence, Bennedict Mathurin will likely remain in the starting five.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Fri 11/1/24 8:59 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith (ankle) won't return to Friday's game against the Pelicans.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith was a perfect 5-for-5 from the floor with 12 points in 10 first-half minutes before sustaining a left ankle sprain. With Andrew Nembhard (knee) also out, the Pacers will need more out of Bennedict Mathurin, Jarace Walker, T.J. McConnell, Obi Toppin and Ben Sheppard.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Fri 11/1/24 8:49 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith is questionable to return to Friday's game against the Pelicans due to a left ankle sprain, Pat Boylan of Bally Sports Indiana reports.
EDGE Analysis
Per Tony East of SI.com, Nesmith was in a lot of pain as he reached for his left ankle and had to be helped off the court before limping to the locker room. Nesmith was a perfect 5-for-5 from the floor with 12 points in 10 first-half minutes. If Nesmith is unable to return, T.J. McConnell, Obi Toppin and Ben Sheppard would be candidates for further increased roles, as Andrew Nembhard (knee) was ruled out ahead of the contest.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Fri 10/18/24 1:57 AM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith finished with four points (2-7 FG, 0-2 3PT), one rebound and one block in 21 minutes during Thursday's preseason win over the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith was back in the starting lineup but struggled to find any rhythm. Although he is slated to be a starter come Opening Night, Nesmith's fantasy game is relatively limited. He could very well have pockets of value throughout the season but it's hard to see him being anything more than a streamer, barring injuries to other key players.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Thu 10/17/24 6:41 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
The Pacers rotated their first unit in their previous preseason contest, but they're trending toward what looks like their lineup for the regular-season opener against the Pistons next Wednesday, and that includes Nesmith, who missed Monday's contest against the Grizzlies due to an ankle injury. Nesmith isn't expected to have any limits regarding his workload in this matchup, though the goal should be to keep him healthy and available for the season opener next week.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Mon 10/14/24 4:55 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith won't play in Monday's preseason game against Memphis due to an ankle injury.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith posted 10 points (3-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 14 minutes during last Thursday's win over the Cavaliers. His next chance to suit up will come next Thursday against the Hornets.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Tue 5/28/24 2:19 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith logged 14 points (4-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, an assist and a steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 105-102 loss to Boston in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith posted career highs in every major category this season, putting up 12.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.7 blocks in 27.7 minutes. After signing an extension at the beginning of the season, the 24-year-old will likely return to the Pacers next season and look to expand his role with the team.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Sun 5/12/24 2:01 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith (shoulder) is available for Sunday's Game 4 against the Knicks, Tony East of SI.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith was deemed questionable ahead of Sunday's contest with a sore right shoulder. However, he'll suit up for the contest and should have no restrictions. Nesmith is averaging 9.3 points and 4.3 rebounds per game during the series.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Sat 5/11/24 5:35 PM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith is questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against New York with right shoulder soreness.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith's shoulder injury is new, as he seemingly picked up the issue during the Pacers' Game 3 win. Nesmith has averaged 34.3 minutes per game during the series, which could open up plenty of minutes for Doug McDermott and Ben Sheppard if Nesmith winds up sitting Sunday.
Aaron Nesmith SG/F IND Thu 5/9/24 12:36 AM
Aaron Nesmith
SG/F IND
Nesmith totaled six points (2-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 130-121 loss to the Knicks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
EDGE Analysis
Nesmith managed just six points in the loss, continuing his disappointing postseason. While he does provide the Pacers with a reliable defensive asset, his inability to score on a consistent basis remains a concern. The series will now head to Indiana where the Pacers will look to secure their first win.