Sampson (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

The 27-year-old missed Sunday's matchup with the Clippers due to a sore back, and his availability for Wednesday's contest is also in question. Myles Turner is also questionable, which could result in increased roles for Goga Bitadze and Doug McDermott if Sampson and Turner are unavailable for the second straight game.

Sampson (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Jeremiah Johnson of Fox Sports Indiana reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson was questionable Sunday due to a sore back, but he'll be unable to suit up against Los Angeles. With Myles Turner (hand) also sidelined, Doug McDermott and Goga Bitadze could see increased run in the Pacers' frontcourt.

Sampson (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson has appeared in the last four games for Indiana, but his status is uncertain for Sunday's contest due to a sore back. If he's able to play, the 27-year-old power forward could see a slightly larger role due to Myles Turner (hand) being sidelined.

Sampson (back) will be available for Saturday's preseason opener against the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson was dealing with lower back soreness but is feeling healthy enough to play Saturday.

Sampson is questionable for Saturday's preseason opener against the Cavaliers due to a sore lower back.

EDGE Analysis

We shouldn't be surprised if Sampson is held out just for precautionary reasons. If he doesn't play, his next chance to take the court will be Monday against the Cavaliers.

Sampson signed a one-year, fully guaranteed minimum contract with the Pacers on Sunday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson was solid in a bench role for Indiana last season, averaging 4.6 points and 2.6 rebounds in 13.9 minutes while shooting 59.1 percent from the field. The 27-year-old figures to fill a similar role during the 2020-21 campaign.

Sampson scored 10 points (5-6 FG) while adding three rebounds, an assist and a steal in 17 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 113-101 Game 1 loss against the Heat.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson was one of four Pacers who scored in double digits during Tuesday's loss, but the small forward made the most of his limited time on the court since he logged the second-fewest minutes in the team during the playoff opener. Sampson only averaged 4.6 points during the regular season, however, so he's not expected to post these scoring figures on a regular basis moving forward.

Sampson will start Wednesday's contest against the Rockets, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

With T.J. Warren (foot) out, Sampson will draw the start next to Myles Turner in the frontcourt. In Sampson's previous 10 starts this season, he's averaged 6.2 points and 3.5 rebounds across 20.4 minutes.

Sampson (back) said Tuesday that he's been cleared to participate in scrimmages, J. Michael of the Indy Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson was dealing with a lower back injury that limited him in recent practices, but all indications are that he'll be ready to play in the Pacers' first scrimmage on Thursday against Portland. Sampson played double-digit minutes in each of the Pacers' final four games before the shutdown in March.

Sampson has been limited in the Pacers' recent practices with what head coach Nate McMillan called a soft-tissue injury, Scott Agness of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson missed a few sessions last week due to the issue, but he was able to get back on the court Sunday in some capacity. The Pacers are likely just taking it easy with Sampson with the hope of avoiding a more serious setback before the team resumes its regular season in Orlando on Aug. 1 versus the 76ers. He should gradually ease back to full work in practice within the next few days to clear up any concern about his status for the resumption of the NBA season.