The Indiana Pacers have faced significant injury challenges this season, impacting their championship aspirations. Key players like James Wiseman and Isaiah Jackson suffered Achilles injuries early on, while Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard have also been sidelined with injuries.

Backup guard Ben Sheppard, a crucial 3-and-D player, has missed 14 games due to an oblique injury but is listed as questionable for the upcoming game against the Suns. The Pacers, currently eighth in the Eastern Conference, are striving to regain their form and contend for an NBA Championship.