Doug McDermott F SAC Fri 2/8/19 5:46 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ribs) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's game against Cleveland.
EDGE Analysis
Initial reports indicated that McDermott would likely remain out over the weekend, but he appears to be closing in on a return. He's missed four consecutive matchups due to bruised ribs, although he could make his return Saturday depending on how he responds to treatment. Expect an update on McDermott's availability closer to tipoff.
Doug McDermott F SAC Thu 2/7/19 11:38 AM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ribs), who has already been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Clippers, is not expected to play Saturday against Cleveland, J. Michael of The Indianapolis Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott's absence Thursday will be his fourth straight game on the sideline while he continues to deal with bruise ribs. It looks like the next realistic chance he has of playing won't be until Monday against the Hornets.
Doug McDermott F SAC Wed 2/6/19 2:24 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ribs) will remain out Thursday against the Clippers.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott will sit for the fourth straight game as he nurses bruised ribs, which he suffered back on Jan. 31 in Orlando. His next chance to take the floor will come Saturday against Cleveland.
Doug McDermott F SAC Mon 2/4/19 12:57 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ribs) has been ruled out of the Pacers' next two games, J. Michael of the Indy Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott is nursing bruised ribs, and he'll sit out Monday's game against the Pelicans, as well as Tuesday's matchup with the Lakers. The Creighton product should be considered day-to-day after Tuesday, but the Pacers also play Thursday and Saturday, so it wouldn't be a surprise if he ends up missing additional time leading up to the All-Star break.
Doug McDermott F SAC Sun 2/3/19 5:41 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ribs) won't play Monday against New Orleans.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott suffered a rib injury during Thursday's game against Orlando, and he's slated to miss his second straight contest due to the issue. He'll have a chance to return Tuesday against the Lakers.
Doug McDermott F SAC Sat 2/2/19 12:09 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ribs) will not play Saturday against Miami, J. Michael of the Indy Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott suffered bruised ribs in Thursday's game in Orlando, and he'll be held out after carrying a doubtful tag into Saturday. The Creighton product has been a fixture in the rotation all season after signing on as a free agent, but he averaged only 6.0 points per game on 42.0 percent shooting in the month of January (16.9 MPG). In his absence, T.J. Leaf and Thaddeus Young could pick up a few extra minutes.
Doug McDermott F SAC Fri 2/1/19 1:22 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ribs) is doubtful for Saturday's contest against the Heat.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott left Thursday's game early due to suffering bruised ribs and was unable to return. The Creighton product's status for Saturday's game seems to be in jeopardy, as he is officially tabbed as doubtful. If McDermott is indeed held out Saturday, it's likely that teammates Domantas Sabonis and Thaddeus Young will see an increased workload off the bench.
Doug McDermott F SAC Thu 1/31/19 8:54 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott is questionable to return Thursday against the Magic due to bruised ribs, Scott Agness of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
If McDermott fails to return to the contest, look for T.J Leaf and Edmond Sumner to receive more playing time as a result. McDermott exited the game after recording five points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), a rebound and an assist in 16 minutes.
Doug McDermott F SAC Fri 1/4/19 11:39 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ankle) managed five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound, and one block in 16 minutes during Friday's 119-116 overtime win versus the Bulls.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott (ankle) was expected to give it a go after participating in Thursday's practice, so this was no surprise. Nevertheless, McDermott is mainly just a floor spacer who contributes little else beyond three-point shooting.
Doug McDermott F SAC Thu 1/3/19 12:41 PM
Doug McDermott
F SAC
McDermott (ankle) participated in Thursday's practice and is expected to play in Friday's game against the Bulls, Scott Agness of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDermott was held out of Wednesday's practice after rolling his ankle in Monday's win over the Hawks, but it looks like the lone day off was all he needed. Expect McDermott to be a full go in Chicago on Friday.