Indiana Pacers forward/center Pascal Siakam led all scorers with 37 points and bagged 11 rebounds as his squad tied the first-round series against Milwaukee at one with a 125-108 win in Game 2 on Tuesday night. Siakam became the first player to start a postseason campaign with consecutive 35-point, 10-rebound performances since Wilt Chamberlain in 1967. The two-time All-Star reached the impressive double-double with 16-for-23 shooting, and he also found time to dish out six assists. The Pacers ...

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam posted his first triple-double of the season and the first of his Pacers' career on Thursday, recording 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists in the team's 134-122 win over the 76ers. Siakam trailed only Joel Embiid in points during the game and led all players in rebounds and assists. With Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) out, the newly acquired former All-Star led the charge in a wire-to-wire win for Indiana at home. The 29-year-old is averaging 19.5 points, ...

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam is expected to make his team debut against the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday. He was not with the team on Thursday as Siakam was back in Indy getting his physical completed. Now that the trade is official, Siakam is join his teammates for Friday's game. It's uncertain how exactly the presence of Siakam is going to impact the rotation. The expectation is that Jalen Smith and Obi Toppin will see decreased roles with Siakam in town.

The Indiana Pacers are finalizing a three-team trade to acquire Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam in exchange for Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora, and three first-round picks (two 2024 first-rounders and a 2026 first-rounder). The New Orleans Pelicans are sending Kira Lewis to Toronto and a second-rounder to Indiana. It's the first major domino to fall ahead of February's trade deadline, with the Pacers making a splashy move to thrust themselves firmly into the mix of Eastern Conference ...

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (back) is officially active for Friday's meeting with Utah. The veteran didn't suit up for Wednesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers because of back spasms, opening the door for Dennis Schroder to enter the starting lineup and finish with 22 points. Schroder will presumably head back to the bench. However, he should see enough action to remain relevant for fantasy managers, considering Jakob Poeltl (ankle) won't be available for a few weeks. Of ...

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (back) is probable ahead of Friday's game against Utah. Siakam had 25 points on Tuesday versus the Lakers. However, he sat out the following night's meeting with the Clippers because of back spasms, allowing Dennis Schroder to enter the starting lineup and finish with 22 points. Although Schroder will head back to the bench, assuming Siakam officially gets the green light, he should get enough minutes to remain relevant in most fantasy setups, especially ...

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (back) has been added to the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Siakam is an extremely late addition to the injury report due to back spasms. This is odd timing given the recent trade rumors surrounding the star forward. Nonetheless, Chris Boucher figures to move into the starting five if Siakam is unable to play. He'd be worth a look as a possible streaming option if given extended playing time. Fantasy managers will...

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Raptors are "ramping up" trade discussions involving forward Pascal Siakam. Additionally, Charania reported that the Sacramento Kings have emerged as a legitimate suitor. But with the 29-year-old on an expiring contract, his long-term commitment to Sacramento (or any other franchise) is a significant component of a potential deal. Siakam has been an All-Star caliber performer over the years, averaging 17.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 4.9 assists in...

The Atlanta Hawks continue to monitor the availability of Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam as a potential trade target after attempting to acquire him during the offseason, league sources tell USA Today's Michael Scotto. The 8-9 Hawks may find themselves at a crossroads at the 2023-24 trade deadline in February. The core of their team is under contract until at least 2024-25, but Scotto notes that Atlanta could opt to move names like Clint Capela, De'Andre Hunter, and Patty Mills to ...

Atlanta Hawks guard Kobe Bufkin appears to be extremely highly rated by the franchise, as Michael Scotto of HoopsHype has reported that the Hawks didn't want to include the 19-year-old rookie in a potential deal to acquire Pascal Siakam from Toronto. The Raptors appear to have some Bufkin fas as well, with Scotto adding that the club considered drafting the Michigan product with the No. 13 pick before settling for Gradey Dick. Bufkin ended up going to Atlanta with the 15th pick, and he looks ...