Fifth-year big man Micah Potter only signed with the Pacers on December 26, but he’s making a case to have his contract guaranteed next week, writes Tony East of Circle City Spin. While Potter’s counting stats (eight points, three rebounds and three assists) were fairly modest in Wednesday’s two-point loss to Orlando, the Pacers played much better better when he was on the … [Read more...] about Pacers Notes: Potter, Mathurin, K. Jones, Nesmith
Eastern Notes: Kennard, Pacers, Martin, Hall
Luke Kennard had one of his best outings of the 2025/26 campaign in Wednesday’s victory over Minnesota, recording 15 points, six rebounds and five assists in 27 minutes off the bench. However, the veteran shooting guard admits his performance so far with the Hawks hasn’t been up to his typical standard, according to Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Kennard, Pacers, Martin, Hall
Magic’s Suggs, Pacers’ Sheppard Return On Wednesday
Following a seven-game absence due to a left hip contusion, Magic guard Jalen Suggs will return to action on Wednesday against Indiana, the team announced (via Twitter). Suggs will immediately reenter Orlando’s starting lineup. It’s good news for the Magic, who have a 13-8 record with Suggs available this season and a 5-7 mark in games he hasn’t played. An important contributor … [Read more...] about Magic’s Suggs, Pacers’ Sheppard Return On Wednesday
Central Notes: Giannis, Sheppard, Pacers, Potter, Ball, Porter
Given that the Bucks hope to operate as buyers at the trade deadline and make a second-half push into the postseason, teams around the league inquiring about star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo are being rebuffed, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype confirmed during a recent appearance on Sportsnet (Twitter video link). “I’ve spoken to plenty of GMs that would love to have Giannis and … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Giannis, Sheppard, Pacers, Potter, Ball, Porter
Pacers’ Aaron Nesmith Expected To Return Saturday
Pacers small forward Aaron Nesmith has been upgraded to questionable for Saturday’s game in Miami, the team announced (via Twitter). According to Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files (Twitter link), Nesmith is expected to play tonight. He has been out since November 13 — a span of 19 games — due to a left knee sprain. Head coach Rick Carlisle indicated on Friday evening that … [Read more...] about Pacers’ Aaron Nesmith Expected To Return Saturday