Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Fri 3/11/22 4:38 PM

Stephenson (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest against the Spurs.
EDGE Analysis
Stephenson was a late scratch Tuesday and is slated to miss a third consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain. Chris Duarte figures to see an increased workload for the remainder of Stephenson's prolonged absence.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Thu 3/10/22 1:07 PM

Stephenson dealt with an ankle injury during practice Thursday and had to be pulled, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
Stephenson was a late scratch for Tuesday's matchup against the Cavaliers due to his left ankle sprain, and he continued to deal with the issue Thursday. Coach Rick Carlisle said after the practice session that he isn't sure whether Stephenson will be available Saturday against the Spurs or Sunday against Atlanta. Malcolm Brogdon (concussion) will be unavailable for each of the weekend matchups, so Chris Duarte, Tyrese Haliburton and Keifer Sykes should be in line for increased run if Stephenson is sidelined.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Tue 3/8/22 6:04 PM

Stephenson (ankle) is out Tuesday against the Cavaliers.
EDGE Analysis
Stephenson was initially cleared for Tuesday, but after being a late scratch, he'll be sidelined for the fourth time over the Pacers' last six games. In his absence, Chris Duarte figures to see an increased role off the bench.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Tue 3/8/22 5:35 PM

Stephenson (ankle) is available for Tuesday's contest against the Cavaliers, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.
EDGE Analysis
A sprained left ankle has bothered Stephenson since late February, and it's cost him three of the Pacers' last five games, including Sunday's loss to Washington. He'll likely see a reduced role off the bench during his return, with Malcolm Brogdon, Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield and Chris Duarte all healthy.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Mon 3/7/22 6:20 PM

Stephenson (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Cavs, James Boyd of the Indy Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
A sprained left ankle has bothered Stephenson since late February, and it's cost him three of the Pacers' last five games, including Sunday's 133-123 loss to Washington. If he's ultimately cleared to return, he'll likely see a reduced role off the bench with all three of Malcolm Brogdon, Tyrese Haliburton and Buddy Hield healthy. Chris Duarte (toe) is also questionable for Indiana.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Sun 3/6/22 4:46 PM

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Stephenson (ankle) won't be available Sunday against the Wizards.
EDGE Analysis
Indiana will be without both Stephenson and Chris Duarte (toe) in Washington, depleting some of the team's depth on the wing. Stephenson had previously missed two straight games last Sunday and Monday due to the sprained left ankle, but he returned to play in the Pacers' two games that followed before experiencing an apparent setback in his recovery.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Sat 3/5/22 5:58 PM

Stephenson (ankle) is questionable Sunday against Washington.
EDGE Analysis
Stephenson has appeared in each of the last two games, but he continues to deal with a left ankle sprain. He's averaged 3.5 points in 11.0 minutes per game across his last two appearances.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Fri 3/4/22 5:41 PM

Stephenson (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Pistons, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Stephenson returned to the court Wednesday against the Magic and will be able to suit up for a second straight game. He logged seven points and a rebound in 13 minutes during Wednesday's win over Orlando.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Thu 3/3/22 5:43 PM

Stephenson (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against Detroit.
EDGE Analysis
Stephenson returned from a two-game absence during Wednesday's win over the Magic, and he logged seven points and a rebound in 13 minutes. Although he continues to deal with his left ankle sprain, it appears likely that he'll be able to play through the issue once again Friday.

Lance Stephenson
G/SF FA
Thu 3/3/22 12:34 PM

Stephenson (ankle) played 13 minutes in Wednesday's 122-114 win over the Magic, finishing with seven points (3-8 FG, 1-2 FT) and one rebound.
EDGE Analysis
Stephenson was back in action after missing the Pacers' previous two games, but he took on a minimal role in Indiana's rotation after playing no fewer than 19 minutes in any of his four appearances prior to suffering the ankle injury. The 31-year-old looks as though he'll be one of the big losers from Malcolm Brogdon's recent return from an extended absence due to an Achilles' injury, and Stephenson's role could diminish further once Chris Duarte (toe) is healthy again.