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Nesmith will be rested for Tuesday's preseason game against the Thunder, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
Nesmith has already seen a healthy amount of reps in the preseason. The Pacers will have one more exhibition left on the schedule following this contest.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Not starting Tuesday
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Nesmith is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's preseason game against the Thunder.
Fantasy managers shouldn't read too much into this. The Pacers may be experimenting with different combinations, and it's also possible Nesmith could get an unannounced night off for this exhibition.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Nets 19 points with four triples
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Nesmith scored 19 points (7-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT) over 16 minutes in Wednesday's 123-112 preseason win over the Timberwolves.
Nesmith was dialed in from deep, and he led his team in scoring and three-pointers made despite logging just 16 minutes. Nesmith should be a reliable source of points and triples this season, but he doesn't contribute much in the other statistical categories.
Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Looking to rebound in 2026-27
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Nesmith continued to establish himself as one of Indiana's most valuable two-way wings during the 2025-26 season, but injuries limited him to 45 regular-season appearances.
Nesmith's combination of three-point shooting, defensive versatility and energy made him an ideal fit alongside the Pacers' core. With Indiana largely standing pat this offseason, Nesmith should continue to occupy a prominent role in the starting lineup. In 2025-26, he averaged 13.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.9 dimes and 2.3 three-pointers for a shorthanded Pacers squad.
Nesmith (neck) won't play Sunday against the Pistons.
Ethan Thompson should get another start Sunday with Nesmith unavailable. Kam Jones and Taelon Peter should also see some extended minutes sans Nesmith.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Another absence coming
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Nesmith (neck) is out for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Nesmith will miss his seventh straight game and remains without a timetable to return. He should be considered doubtful for the season finale Sunday.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Won't face Brooklyn
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Nesmith (neck) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Nesmith is one of several regulars who won't be playing Thursday, and the Pacers aren't expected to risk him with three games left in the regular season. With Nesmith out, look for Ethan Thompson, who's on a two-way contract, should have a bigger role in the Pacers' backcourt.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Not yet ready to return
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Nesmith (neck) is out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Nesmith will mis his fifth straight game while battling a neck injury. He's once again been downgraded to out a full day ahead of Indiana's upcoming matchup, so he doesn't appear close to a return. Nesmith can be considered doubtful for Thursday's tilt in Brooklyn until further notice.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Out again Sunday
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Nesmith (neck) is out for Sunday's game in Cleveland.
This will mark Nesmith's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's not encouraging that he continues to get ruled out a full day in advance of tipoff. He should be considered doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Listed out for Friday
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Nesmith (neck) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets.
Nesmith will miss a third straight game while dealing with a neck injury. The Vanderbilt product has been easing back into basketball activities and managed to participate in practice in a limited capacity Tuesday. Nesmith's next chance to take the court will arrive Sunday in Cleveland.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Nesmith (neck) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, per Tony East of Forbes.com.
Nesmith is sidelined for a second consecutive contest with a cervical strain and was a very limited practice participant Tuesday. His absence opens up more playing time for Ben Sheppard, Quenton Jackson and Kobe Brown to soak up Wednesday.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Sidelined Sunday
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Nesmith (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup with Miami.
Ben Sheppard, Jalen Slawson Quenton Jackson and Kobe Brown are among the players who could be in line for added minutes in the absence of Nesmith. For the time being, Nesmith should be considered questionable for Wednesday's game in Chicago.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Unlikely to play Sunday
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Nesmith has been downgraded from questionable to doubtful for Sunday's game against Miami due to a cervical strain.
Nesmith was initially listed as questionable for Sunday's game due to lower-back soreness, but the Heat have since reclassified his injury. The cervical strain is likely to keep the veteran wing out against Miami, with his next opportunity to play arriving Wednesday against Chicago. Ben Sheppard, Jalen Slawson, Quenton Jackson and Kobe Brown are all candidates to enter the Pacers' starting lineup in Nesmith's expected absence.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Questionable versus Miami
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Nesmith (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against Miami.
Nesmith has been battling lower-back soreness, although it didn't stop him from suiting up for Friday's loss to the Clippers. If he doesn't play Sunday, there are several directions head coach Rick Carlisle can go regarding the starting lineup, considering the Pacers' lengthy injury report. However, his absence could directly result in more action for Ben Sheppard and Quenton Jackson.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Available Friday
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Nesmith (back) is available for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Nesmith will shed his probable tag due to lower-back soreness Friday and should be able to handle his normal workload. The sharpshooter has averaged 17.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.9 three-pointers in 30.1 minutes per contest over his last eight games.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Probable for Friday
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Nesmith is probable for Friday's game versus the Clippers due to soreness in his lower back.
Nesmith is dealing with some lower back pain, but it's not expected to keep him out of Friday's game. Check back for official confirmation on his status closer to Friday's tipoff.
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