Nembhard totaled 17 points (8-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt), one rebound and five assists over 36 minutes during Saturday's 117-110 loss to Orlando.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard got the start with Bruce Brown (knee) out, finishing as one of five Pacers with a double-digit point total and handing out a handful of assists while setting a season high in scoring. In three starts this season, Nembhard has tallied at least 10 points in two of those three contests. He has reached double figures in five games this year.

Nembhard is in the starting lineup to face the Magic on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard will slot at shooting guard alongside Tyrese Haliburton in the backcourt with Bruce Brown (knee) out. This will be Nembhard's third start of the season, and he's averaging 9.0 points and 6.0 assists in his previous two outings in that role.

Nembhard (knee) has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Grizzlies, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard missed the past seven games for Indiana, and coach Rick Carlisle implied that he'll take it easy on the point guard in his first game back. However, a specific minutes limit was not mentioned. With Nembhard back in the mix, it's likely that T.J. McConnell loses some minutes going forward.

Nembhard (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard has missed Indiana's last seven contests due to right knee soreness. However, his upgraded status to questionable is a good sign that the second-year guard is nearing a return. If Nembhard is upgraded to available, he will likely be on a minutes restriction.

Nembhard (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard will miss a sixth -- seventh if you count the In-Season Tournament Championship loss to the Lakers -- straight game due to right knee soreness. He was spotted participating in Tuesday's practice, so he's trending in the right direction. Nembhard's next chance to suit up will come during the second half of Indiana's back-to-back set Thursday in Memphis.

Nembhard (knee) was spotted participating in Tuesday's practice, Tony East of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard has missed five straight games due to right knee soreness -- six in a row if you include the In-Season Tournament Championship. He's slated to be re-evaluated at some point this week, and his official status for Wednesday's matchup versus Charlotte should drop Tuesday afternoon.

Nembhard (knee) is ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard will miss a fifth consecutive game due to a right knee injury. The second-year pro will likely be re-evaluated at some point this week, and based on initial evaluations, he should be able to return to action soon, barring any new developments.

Nembhard (knee) will be re-evaluated in one week, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Rick Carlisle doesn't believe Nembhard is dealing with a long-term injury, but it sounds like the Pacers will be taking a cautious approach, as the franchise is calling him week-to-week. Nembhard will miss at least the next five games for the Pacers, and he should be considered questionable at best for Dec. 18 against the Clippers. T.J. McConnell is expected to pick up some minutes in the meantime.

Nembhard (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's In-Season Tournament Championship against the Lakers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard suffered a knee injury against Milwaukee on Thursday and will be kept out of Saturday's championship contest. T.J. McConnell and Bennedict Mathurin will likely receive increased playing time in Nembhard's absence. Nembhard's next chance to suit up will be Monday's matchup with Detroit.

Nembhard will not return to Thursday's game against the Bucks due to right knee soreness. He finished with eight points (4-5 FG), two assists, one steal and one block in 14 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Nembhard had a scary fall on a fast-break attempt and had to be carried to the locker room. He was in obvious pain and is likely to be evaluated further. He should be considered questionable for Monday's game against Detroit. If he misses additional time, T.J. McConnell will likely be asked to step up.