NBA Player News

Monk (illness) is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Monk has been listed as out for a third straight game while battling an illness. His next chance to return will arrive after the All-Star break against the Magic on Feb. 19.

Sabonis (back) is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Sabonis will miss his fourth straight matchup due to a back injury. After being ruled out for Wednesday, the big man will have just over another week to recover ahead of the Kings' next game against the Magic on Feb. 19.

Huff isn't part of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Indiana will turn to Micah Potter to start at the center position Tuesday, as Ivica Zubac (ankle) is sidelined and Huff will come off the bench for the first time in five games. In 23 games as a reserve this season, Huff is averaging 6.7 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.7 blocks across 16.4 minutes.

Potter is starting Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Potter will draw just his third start of the 2025-26 season as the Pacers are still waiting on Ivica Zubac (ankle) to make his Indiana debut. Potter and Jay Huff should handle the majority of the minutes at center Tuesday night.

Jackson will start Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

With Johnny Furphy (knee) sidelined, Jackson will enter the starting five. As a starter this season (nine games), the two-way player has averaged 9.2 points, 3.3 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 21.6 minutes per contest.

Coward (knee) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Denver.

Coward picked up a right knee injury during Monday's game against the Warriors, and the issue is likely to prevent him from suiting up Wednesday. With Walter Clayton (calf) also doubtful, Cam Spencer, Javon Small and Jahmai Mashack could take on expanded roles.

Love (rest) will play Wednesday against the Kings.

Love received a night off Monday against Miami but will be available for Wednesday's matchup. The veteran is averaging 6.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists in nine appearances since Jan. 3.

Markkanen (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Markkanen will sit out the front end of this back-to-back set, and his final opportunity to suit up before the All-Star break will come against Portland on Wednesday. With the ninth-year forward unavailable, Cody Williams, John Konchar and Brice Sensabaugh are candidates for increased playing time.

George (ankle) won't play Wednesday against the Kings.

George is in line for his second straight absence while on the mend from a right ankle sprain. He'll have one final opportunity to return before the All-Star break Thursday against the Trail Blazers. Isaiah Collier should be in line for another start Wednesday in George's place.

Clayton (calf) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Clayton is trending toward missing a second straight game due to a right calf contusion. The guard has played 22 and 28 minutes, respectively, in his two appearances since being traded to the Grizzlies. If Clayton doesn't play, Javon Small and Cam Spencer could see more action.