Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Hands out 12 assists Monday
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Nembhard registered 12 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, 12 assists and a block across 34 minutes in Monday's 125-122 loss to the Mavericks.
Nembhard delivered an excellent playmaking performance, recording 12 assists while committing just three turnovers. His scoring output remained modest, but his heavy workload and double-digit assists supported his fantasy value. Nembhard continues to offer considerable upside as a facilitator, particularly in category formats, although his limited scoring volume can restrict his overall ceiling. But until Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) returns, Nembhard should be the Pacers' go-to playmaking option, which helps explain his 8.5 assists per game over his last six appearances.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Dishes out eight dimes in loss
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Nembhard provided nine points (3-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), eight assists and one rebound across 31 minutes during Saturday's 114-102 loss to Denver.
Nembhard was efficient from downtown but attempted fewer than 10 shots for just the second time this season, finishing with a season-low scoring total. The 26-year-old guard was still productive as a playmaker, matching the game-high mark in assists. Over his last five appearances, Nembhard has averaged 18.8 points, 7.8 assists and 2.2 rebounds across 33.8 minutes per contest. He should continue to see expanded playmaking duties in Tyrese Haliburton's (hamstring) stead.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Paces Indiana in victory
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Nembhard notched 22 points (8-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five assists, two rebounds, one steal and one block in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 107-103 win over Memphis.
Nembhard returned from a one-game absence due to a cervical strain and saw a full workload. The 26-year-old guard led the Pacers in scoring and tied for the team lead in assists. He's recorded at least 22 points and four assists in each of his last three appearances and should continue seeing increased usage in Tyrese Haliburton's (hamstring) stead.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Not listed on injury report
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Nembhard (neck) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's meeting in Memphis.
Nembhard is set to return from a one-game absence, which should prompt Braden Smith's return to the second unit. Nembhard is averaging 18.5 points, 7.3 assists and 2.5 triples per game this season.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Taking night off
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Nembhard (cervical strain) is out for Monday's game against Atlanta.
The Pacers are going to sit multiple key players for the second leg of this back-to-back set. With Nembhard sidelined, Quenton Jackson could be set up for an extended workload.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Season-high 23 points in defeat
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Nembhard chipped in 23 points (7-19 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Sunday's 98-90 loss to Brooklyn.
Nembhard earned his sixth start of the season and handled the lead guard duties with Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) still sidelined. Nembhard now has two consecutive 20-plus-point outings and has connected on at least four three-pointers in three of his last four games. The Pacers will continue to rely on the 26-year-old to run the offense for as long as Haliburton is out.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Ties career high in threes Friday
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Nembhard finished with 22 points (8-16 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and nine assists over 30 minutes in Friday's 145-125 loss to Miami.
Nembhard shot a rough 1-for-7 from deep in Wednesday's loss to Philadelphia. However, he put that behind him Friday to tie his career-high in three-pointers. Nembhard has combined for 32 field goal attempts in his last two games, and with Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) sidelined, he is expected to be more involved on both ends of the floor moving forward.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Probable for Friday
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Nembhard (neck) is listed as probable for Friday's game against Miami.
Nembhard has been battling some lingering neck stiffness, though he's likely to play Friday. He's coming off an 18-point, 14-assist double-double in Wednesday's loss to Philadelphia and should continue taking on increased playmaking responsibilities in Tyrese Haliburton's (hamstring) stead.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Returning Wednesday
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Nembhard (neck) will play in Wednesday's game against the 76ers, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Nembhard will return from a one-game absence after dealing with soreness in his neck. With Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) set to miss an extended period of time, Nembhard should step into the role as the primary ballhandler. He'll be comfortable as the lead guard after filling that spot admirably in 2025-26 with Haliburton recovering from his Achilles injury.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Questionable to face Philadelphia
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Nembhard (neck) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.
Nembhard is still dealing with soreness in his neck and could miss a second straight game. The 26-year-old guard's absence would open up additional minutes for guys like Quenton Jackson, Braden Smith and Jarace Walker, especially if Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) is downgraded from questionable to out.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Questionable for Monday
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Nembhard (neck) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Nembhard tallied 14 points (5-8 FG, 4-6 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Indiana's win over Brooklyn on Sunday, but it appears he picked up a neck issue in the process. If he's unable to suit up for the second half of the Pacers' back-to-back set, Quenton Jackson and Jalen Slawson would likely see increased playing time.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Set to return Friday
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Nembhard (undisclosed) is set to return for Friday's preseason game against the Bucks, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
There was no mention of any injury to Nembhard in the pre-game press conference. Nembhard is projected to start alongside Tyrese Haliburton on Opening Night.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Won't play Tuesday
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Nembhard (undisclosed) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Thunder, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
It's unclear if Nembhard is dealing with an injury, though it's possible he's just receiving a rest day. His final chance to play before the regular season will come Friday against Milwaukee.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Not listed in starting lineup
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Nembhard won't start Tuesday's preseason game against the Thunder.
Ben Sheppard and Kelly Oubre will start in place of Nesmith and Nembhard, who may both be receiving a rest day in Indiana's penultimate preseason game. Nembhard is expected to open the regular season as Indiana's starting shooting guard.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Efficient shooting in narrow loss
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Nembhard finished with 10 points (3-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), a rebound and three assists across 22 minutes in Saturday's 119-117 preseason loss to the Hawks.
Nembhard delivered an efficient shooting performance, and the coaching staff closely monitored his playing time, as it did for each projected starter. Fantasy managers shouldn't worry too much about the playing time limitations or limited contributions. Nembhard is set to open the season as the starting shooting guard next to Tyrese Haliburton in the Pacers' backcourt.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Efficient in win for Canada
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Nembhard (back) produced 23 points (9-11 FG, 5-7 3Pt), five rebounds and four assists in 26 minutes for Canada in Friday's 110-84 World Cup Qualifiers win over Puerto Rico.
Nembhard missed the final seven games of the 2025-26 regular season with a lingering back issue, but the Pacers were likely being extremely cautious. He finished the campaign averaging 16.9 points, 7.7 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 0.9 steals across 31.3 minutes. In 2026-27, he'll likely be utilized off the ball more with the return of Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles).
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Won't play Sunday
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Nembhard (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Nembhard will miss Indiana's season finale, marking a seventh straight absence to end the campaign. The 26-year-old guard took a significant step forward in Tyrese Haliburton's (Achilles) absence this season, and Nembhard will finish the campaign averaging 16.9 points, 7.7 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 0.9 steals across 31.3 minutes per showing in 57 regular-season outings.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Sitting out Friday
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Nembhard (back) is out for Friday's game against the 76ers.
The Pacers will be very shorthanded yet again with Nembhard missing his sixth straight contest. It would be a major surprise to see Nembhard in the season finale Sunday.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Remains out
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Nembhard (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Nembhard will miss a fifth consecutive game as he continues to deal with a back injury. The Pacers will have two games left on their schedule after facing Brooklyn, and there's little incentive to play the guard down the stretch. With Nembhard sidelined, expect Quenton Jackson and Kam Jones to see more minutes in the backcourt.
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard: Won't play Sunday
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Nembhard (back) is out for Sunday's game in Cleveland.
With Nembhard unavailable, Quenton Jackson should be looking at another start, and Taelon Peter will have a chance to stay in the rotation. Nembhard's next chance to play will come Tuesday versus the Timberwolves.
