Nembhard finished with 15 points (4-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds and six assists across 37 minutes during Sunday's 103-91 loss to the Thunder in Game 7 of the NBA Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard made quite a name for himself during this run to the NBA Finals, but the Pacers ultimately came up one win short. To make matters worse, Tyrese Haliburton suffered an Achilles tear during the game. That means in 2025-26, the Pacers could lean heavily on Nembhard in the backcourt. The 25-year-old guard appeared in 65 regular-season contests in 2024-25, posting averages of 10.0 points, 5.0 assists, 3.3 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 0.8 three-pointers.

Nembhard racked up 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and three steals in 32 minutes during Sunday's 123-107 loss to Oklahoma City in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard, who was a hero in the Game 1 win for his clutch jumper in the fourth quarter, was mostly kept in check Sunday as the Thunder evened the series at one win apiece. Nembhard has certainly made a name for himself in the postseason, posting averages of 12.8 points, 5.1 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.6 steals on 46.7 percent shooting from the field.

Nembhard provided 14 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds, eight assists, one block and six steals across 37 minutes during Saturday's 125-108 victory over the Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard was fantastic in the Game 6 win, playing elite defense, and limiting Jalen Brunson to just 19 points. The six steals marked a career high, coming just when the Pacers needed them the most. Although his offensive production can be a little unpredictable at times, he typically provides the team with a consistent defensive presence alongside Aaron Nesmith. Indiana will now face Oklahoma City in the NBA Finals, the first time the Pacers have reached the top of the mountain since 2000.

Nembhard finished with 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Friday's 114-109 victory over New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard continues to play his role to perfection, tallying double-digits for the eighth time in the past nine games. He has shot at least 60 percent from the floor in the past three games, landing multiple key shots toward the backend of games. The Pacers now lead the Eastern Conference Finals 2-0 and will head back to Indiana for games 3 and 4. A pair of victories would mean a trip to the NBA Finals for just the second time in the team's history.

Nembhard registered 18 points (7-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 114-105 victory over Cleveland in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard has been a breakout performer in the postseason, as evidenced by his increasing workloads -- T.J. McConnell played just 10 minutes Tuesday. Across 10 postseason games, Nembhard is shooting 50.5 percent from the field and 50.0 percent from beyond the arc with averages of 14.6 points, 6.0 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 32.8 minutes.

Nembhard ended Sunday's 129-109 victory over Cleveland in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with seven points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds, seven assists and three steals across 30 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard had a strong all-around performance in Game 4, highlighted by a game-high seven assists and three steals. Even though the Gonzaga product failed to crack double digits in the scoring column for the first time in this series, he was pivotal to the team's success Sunday, helping the Pacers take a commanding 3-1 lead.

Nembhard registered 13 points (5-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, 13 assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 120-119 win over the Cavaliers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard continues to break out in the playoffs and has been one of Indiana's most reliable players. Through seven postseason games, Nembhard is shooting 50.0 percent from the field with 15.9 points, 6.1 assists, 3.4 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 2.3 three-pointers. With the Pacers holding a 2-0 lead, the series will shift to Indiana for Game 3 on Friday.

Nembhard recorded 23 points (7-10 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and six assists in 37 minutes during Sunday's 121-112 victory over the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard played his role to perfection, helping the Pacers to an impressive road victory over the Cavaliers. It's been a solid postseason thus far for Nembhard, having now scored double-digits in five of his six games. While his numbers don't always reflect the impact he has for Indiana, you can be sure he will continue to play a key role in the team's efforts to return to the Eastern Conference finals.

Nembhard notched 15 points (5-14 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, six assists, one block and three steals in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 119-118 overtime victory over the Bucks in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard produced a clutch steal with roughly 30 seconds to go in overtime to help the Pacers pull off an impressive comeback. Nembhard has been a breakout performer through five postseason outings, posting averages of 15.0 points on 49.2 percent shooting, 4.8 assists, 3.4 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 2.2 three-pointers in 32.2 minutes.

Nembhard produced 20 points (8-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Sunday's 129-103 win over Milwaukee in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard finished as the club's second-leading scorer Sunday, following a lackluster Game 3 in which he shot 2-for-8 from the field. The 25-year-old has played a key role in the club's 3-1 series lead, scoring 17 or more points in three games. Nembhard has averaged 15.0 points, 4.5 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 31.0 minutes per contest during the first round.