Budinger pitched in 11 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, an assist and a pair of steals over 16 minutes in Saturday's 102-88 victory over the Timberwolves.

EDGE Analysis

It was the veteran reserve's third double-digit scoring performance of December, a feat he accomplished through his second-best shooting night of the season (80 percent). Despite the highly efficient performance Saturday, Budinger has only received over 20 minutes of playing time once in the last 16 contests, negating any appreciable fantasy viability.

Budinger managed five points and four rebounds off the bench in the Pacers 106-90 Monday win over the Raptors.

EDGE Analysis

Budinger is playing around 15-20 minutes a night pretty steadily this season, and has averages of 5.1 points and 2.4 rebounds per game for the year. Budinger doesn't hold much value on the offensive end and doesn't have much value in most formats.

Budinger moved back to a reserve role in Tuesday's win over the Wizards. He accumulated five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt), one rebound, one assist, and one steal over his 15 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Budinger had seen 30-plus minutes and scored double-digit points in both of the Pacers' previous two games, but the return of George Hill (illness) to Thursday's lineup resulted in Budinger's playing time being cut in half. The swingman will continue to be one of the first players off the bench and should see time at both shooting guard and small forward, but he'll need another injury to hit the Pacers' backcourt before he enjoys a more featured role.

Budinger will start at shooting guard Saturday against the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

George Hill (illness) is only available off the bench in an emergency, so Monta Ellis will technically be the Pacers' point guard Saturday. Look for Budinger to see 20-30 minutes as the starter.

Budinger returned to the bench Wednesday against the Sixers, but had his best game of the season, scoring 15 points (5-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT) to go with six rebounds, two blocks, an assist, and a steal.

EDGE Analysis

Budinger may not have started, but he still saw more minutes than all the starters except for Paul George thanks to this performance. Both the point and rebound totals were season highs as well. This performance may warrant another look in the starting lineup, but it appears that the Pacers will base his minutes off of his in-game performance each night regardless of whether he's starting or not.

Budinger will shift back to the bench Wednesday against the 76ers, Tom Moore of Calkins Media reports.

EDGE Analysis

The George Hill-less Pacers will mix things up and go with LaVoy Allen in the starting lineup Wednesday, and he'll be joined by CJ Miles, Paul Goerge, Ian Mahinmi and Monta Ellis.

Budinger was held scoreless (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and contributed four rebounds and a steal over 18 minutes in Monday's 96-95 loss to the Bulls.

EDGE Analysis

Though he received his first start of the season Monday with George Hill (illness) and Rodney Stuckey (ankle) sidelined, Budinger's performance didn't deviate much from what he usually provides off the bench. Rather than seeing his own role increase with the move to the starting lineup, it was deep reserves Joe Young (12 minutes) and Solomon Hill (13 minutes) who seemed to be the main beneficiaries for extra playing time. With that in mind, Budinger shouldn't attract much interest even if he's able to maintain a spot in the starting lineup for another game or two.

Budinger will get the start Monday versus Chicago Candace Buckner of Indy Star Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

With multiple players out for Indiana on Monday, Budinger will get the chance to start. He'll look to earn more playing time in the future with this opportunity.

Budinger scored four points and snagged four rebounds in Wednesday's 100-98 win over the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Budinger is the backup small forward behind CJ Miles (ankle), however he's only playing 14.4 minutes per game and hasn't been much of a scoring threat. He did see a slight spike in minutes (19) in Wednesday's game, which is likely the result of Miles nursing his right ankle. Until Miles regains his full health, Budinger may see an increased role but he doesn't offer a lot when it comes to most fantasy formats.

Budinger tallied 17 points (7-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and two steals across 25 minutes in a preseason win over the Hornets on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Budinger has always shown some scoring ability, but has had a rough time finding a home in the NBA. He'll likely have trouble finding another big role here in Indiana, simply because the roster is full of talented players who have earned more playing time than Budinger. His talent could shine through though and he could play a nice role off the bench, if things fall his way.