Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Wed 1/10/24 6:43 PM

Nembhard will start Wednesday's game against the Wizards.
EDGE Analysis
As expected, Nembhard will start at point guard in Tyrese Haliburton's (hamstring) absence. T.J. McConnell is also expected to see plenty of work off the bench. Nembhard has made seven starts this season, averaging 10.0 points, 4.6 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 25.4 minutes per game.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Tue 1/9/24 10:43 AM

Nembhard (back) tallied nine points (4-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and three assists across 12 minutes in Monday's 133-131 win over the Celtics.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard held only a light role in his return from a three-game absence due to a mid-back sprain, but he likely would have seen heftier minutes had he not accrued five fouls during his limited time on the court. Coach Rick Carlisle notably inserted Nembhard into the starting unit to open the third quarter after star point guard Tyrese Haliburton suffered a hamstring strain in the second quarter that will more than likely result in him missing some time. Nembhard thus looks like the top candidate to enter the starting five in Haliburton's stead in the Pacers' next game Wednesday versus the Wizards, though Nembhard could still be in store for a split of the minutes at point guard with T.J. McConnell, who was the more productive performer of the two Monday (12 points, seven assists, four rebounds and two steals in 25 minutes). Even so, both Nembhard and McConnell look like strong cursory pickups in most 12-team leagues with the likelihood that Haliburton misses time.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Mon 1/8/24 5:29 PM

Nembhard (back) is available for Monday's game against the Celtics, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard missed the last three games due to a back injury, but he's been cleared to return to action Monday. Over his last six appearances, he's averaged 9.7 points, 3.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 25.2 minutes per game. However, it's unclear whether the 23-year-old will face a minutes restriction during his first game back in action.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Sun 1/7/24 5:35 PM

Nembhard (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard has missed the last three games due to a mid-back sprain, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return to action Monday. If he's unavailable once again, T.J. McConnell and Buddy Hield could see additional minutes.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Sat 1/6/24 5:25 PM

Nembhard (back) will not suit up for Saturday's game against the Celtics, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Pacers will be without Nembhard for a third straight game, but the guard remains day-to-day. His next chance to play will be Monday in a rematch against the Celtics. With Bruce Brown (knee) also out Saturday, the Pacers will likely look to T.J. McConnell and Buddy Hield to soak up the available minutes.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Sat 1/6/24 1:43 PM

Nembhard (back) is listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Celtics.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard is in danger of missing his third straight game due to a mid-back sprain. More clarity on his status should come once he starts testing things out during pregame. If he cannot play, T.J. McConnell would presumably continue operating as the primary backup to Tyrese Haliburton at point guard.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Fri 1/5/24 5:30 PM

Nembhard (back) is out for Friday's game versus the Hawks, Tony East of SI.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard will miss his second consecutive game after being downgraded from questionable to out with back soreness. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Boston. In Nembhard's absence, T.J. McConnell should continue to operate as the primary point guard behind Tyrese Haliburton.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Thu 1/4/24 5:45 PM

Nembhard (back) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Hawks.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard is in danger of missing his second straight game Friday due to a back injury he suffered against Milwaukee on Monday. With Bruce Brown (knee) also questionable, Buddy Hield, Bennedict Mathurin and Aaron Nesmith are candidates to receive increased playing time.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Wed 1/3/24 6:14 PM

Nembhard (back) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Bucks.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard has been downgraded from questionable to out Wednesday due to a back injury he suffered Monday. Bennedict Mathurin and Aaron Nesmith are candidates to receive increased minutes in his absence. Nembhard's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Atlanta.

Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Tue 1/2/24 5:41 PM

Nembhard (back) is questionable to play Wednesday against Milwaukee.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard exited Monday's victory over Milwaukee after eight minutes of action after tweaking his back. Nembhard was diagnosed with a mid-back sprain Tuesday, with coach Rick Carlisle casting doubt on the likelihood he'd be available for a rematch against the Bucks on Wednesday.