The Indiana Pacers are struggling this season with a 10-15 record, placing them at No. 9 in the Eastern Conference. This is a stark contrast to their previous season, where they finished with a 47-35 record and reached the Eastern Conference Finals.
Injuries are plaguing the team, with backup centers James Wiseman and Isaiah Jackson out for the year due to Achilles tendon tears. Starting wings Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith have also faced health issues, with Nembhard recently returning while Nesmith is still sidelined.
Head coach Rick Carlisle provided updates on the players' statuses, indicating that Nesmith is “weeks away” from returning, while Ben Sheppard may be back sooner.
