T.J.

McConnell

Lower back injury management has Nembhard back on the Pacers’ injury report. If he’s unable to play on Thursday, T.J. McConnell would be the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. However, McConnell’s playing time has been limited recently as he continues to nurse a hamstring injury. Kam Jones, who recently moved into the starting lineup, will play plenty regardless of what happens with Nembhard.

McConnell is back after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks. His return may lead to Quenton Jackson being made inactive, as he’s still on a two-way contract. Also, Andrew Nembhard is available and Kam Jones is probable, meaning that McConnell may not get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball.

McConnell’s absence won’t have a significant impact on fantasy basketball, as Andrew Nembhard and Kam Jones are available. Those two will handle the point guard responsibiltiies against the Mavericks.

McConnell started Friday’s loss to the Wizards, filling the void left by Andrew Nembhard. However, the veteran point guard only played 15 minutes, with fellow starter Kam Jones logging 39. If Nembhard can play on Sunday, McConnell will come off the bench if available.

The Pacers won’t have Andrew Nembhard or Aaron Nesmith for Friday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Jones and McConnell, who were initially listed as questionable, will fill the resulting voids. While neither player is a must-stream option, they’re worth a look in deep leagues due to the Pacers’ lack of perimeter depth.

McConnell is back after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Wizards. While starting point guard Andrew Nembhard (back) is still doubtful, his absence would not guarantee more minutes for McConnell. Kam Jones (back) is also available, and he may be asked to take on a more prominent role within the Pacers’ rotation.

McConnell did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Wizards, so Ethan Thompson and Taelon Peter played rotation minutes off the bench. With Andrew Nembhard (back) listed as doubtful, the Pacers could ask even more of Peter if McConnell remains out for a second consecutive game.

After recording career-highs in points (14) and three-pointers (four) in the Pacers’ final game before the All-Star break, Peter broke those marks on Thursday. T.J. McConnell (hamstring) being out freed up a few more minutes for the second-round pick, and he took advantage of his opportunity. Eleven of Peter’s 12 shot attempts came from beyond the arc, knocking down five. Peter’s opportunities moving forward depend on the availability of Indiana’s more experienced guards, as well as rookie Kam Jones, who was limited to 14 minutes due to a lower back issue.

Initially questionable for Thursday night, McConnell is now officially out. His absence may push Ethan Thompson, who’s on a two-way deal, into the Pacers’ rotation. However, that isn’t guaranteed, and Thompson isn’t worth streaming under any circumstances.

McConnell’s right hamstring has been a lingering issue throughout this season, with the veteran guard most recently sitting out Indiana’s final game before the All-Star break. His availability likely affects Quenton Jackson, who’s listed as questionable due to his status as a two-way contract player.