Andrew Nembhard G IND Wed 1/24/24 11:22 AM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard closed with 15 points (7-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound and seven assists over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 114-109 loss to Denver.
EDGE Analysis
With Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) still sidelined, Nembhard shifted back into the starting five and produced his best scoring performance since Dec. 23. The second-year guard has had some trouble of his own staying healthy, missing five of 13 games in January due to back issues, but over his last six contests, he's averaging 10.3 points, 5.8 assists, 1.5 boards and 1.0 steals in 25.5 minutes a night.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Tue 1/23/24 6:42 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard (back) is in the starting lineup Tuesday against Denver, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard came off the bench in Sunday's loss to Phoenix following a two-game absence due to a back injury, but he'll return to the starting lineup for his 12th start of the season Tuesday. Nembhard has averaged 9.8 points, 2.0 rebounds and 4.9 assists throughout his appearances with the first unit.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Tue 1/23/24 5:32 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard (back) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Nuggets, Tony East of SI.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a thoracic spine sprain. Nembhard is averaging 9.4 points, 5.6 assists, 1.6 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 25.2 minutes across his last five appearances.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Mon 1/22/24 5:42 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard returned from a two-game absence Sunday against Phoenix and tallied nine points, six assists and a steal in 25 minutes. However, he's still dealing with his thoracic spine sprain, and it's unclear whether he'll be available Tuesday.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Sun 1/21/24 6:43 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Suns, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard missed the last two games due to a back injury, but he'll be able to return to action Sunday. He could see an uptick in work against Phoenix since Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) has been ruled out.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Sat 1/20/24 8:01 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard (back) is questionable to play Sunday against the Suns.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard has missed the past two games for Indiana, but he remains day-to-day. Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) is also questionable with the Pacers considering a maintenance day. If either of those two players are forced to sit, T.J. McConnell will likely be asked to step up.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Fri 1/19/24 4:38 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard continues to deal with a back injury and will be unavailable for a second consecutive game. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday against Phoenix, while T.J. McConnell should see increased run once again Friday.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Thu 1/18/24 9:17 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard (back) will not play in Thursday's game against the Kings.
EDGE Analysis
This is a tough blow for the Pacers, as they are going to be very shorthanded Thursday night. In addition to Nembhard, the Pacers will be without Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring), Pascal Siakam (trade pending) and Aaron Nesmith (shins). T.J. McConnell is likely to see a significant workload as a result.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Thu 1/18/24 4:52 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Kings due to thoracic spine sprain.
EDGE Analysis
It's unclear when Nembhard suffered his back injury, but it could keep him out of Thursday's contest. With Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) out and Bennedict Mathurin (ankle) questionable, Indiana could be left short-handed in the backcourt against Sacramento.
Andrew Nembhard G IND Tue 1/16/24 1:25 PM
Andrew Nembhard
G IND
Nembhard notched 14 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four assists and one steal over 23 minutes during Monday's 132-105 loss to the Jazz.
EDGE Analysis
Nembhard has scored in double digits in each of his last three starts, but the Pacers have dropped the last two of those contests, and he hasn't been able to make a difference in the backcourt the way Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) was. Nembhard averages 9.8 points, 2.0 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game when deployed as a starter, and he figures to remain in that role until Haliburton is ready to return, which won't happen until next week at the earliest.