NBA Player News

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Williams will miss a third consecutive contest due to a left foot issue, and he'll have just two more chances to suit up again this season. With the 24-year-old wing sidelined, Ochai Agbaji, Jalen Wilson and Malachi Smith are candidates to see an uptick in playing time.

Sarr (toe) is listed as out for Thursday's game versus Chicago.

Sarr hasn't played since the 131-126 loss to the Warriors on March 27. At this point, it appears there's a chance he won't be back on the floor again this season. With Tristan Vukcevic (knee) also out, Julian Reese and Anthony Gill (neck/back) are candidates for increased roles.

Nembhard (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Nembhard will miss a fifth consecutive game as he continues to deal with a back injury. The Pacers will have two games left on their schedule after facing Brooklyn, and there's little incentive to play the guard down the stretch. With Nembhard sidelined, expect Quenton Jackson and Kam Jones to see more minutes in the backcourt.

Clowney (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Clowney will miss a third straight game due to a left ankle issue, and his penultimate chance to suit up this season will come Friday in Milwaukee. With the 21-year-old forward unavailable, Chaney Johnson, Jalen Wilson and Ochai Agbaji are candidates for increased minutes.

Coulibaly (foot) is questionable for Thursday's game against Chicago.

Coulibaly got the start in the 129-98 loss to Chicago on Tuesday, finishing with 19 points, three rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 24 minutes. However, he's dealing with right retrocalcaneal bursitis, putting his availability in jeopardy for the rematch. If Coulibaly can't get on the floor, Jamir Watkins, Will Riley and Anthony Gill (neck/back) could see more minutes.

Claxton (finger) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Indiana.

Claxton will miss a third consecutive contest due to a sprained finger, and his penultimate chance to suit up this season will come Friday in Milwaukee. The Nets will be shorthanded in the frontcourt Thursday, leaving plenty of minutes available for the likes of E.J. Liddell, Trevon Scott and Chaney Johnson.

Nesmith (neck) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Nesmith is one of several regulars who won't be playing Thursday, and the Pacers aren't expected to risk him with three games left in the regular season. With Nesmith out, look for Ethan Thompson, who's on a two-way contract, should have a bigger role in the Pacers' backcourt.

Siakam (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.

The Pacers have been out of playoff contention for a while now, so it doesn't make any sense to play Siakam if he's dealing with an injury, as minor as it might be. Obi Toppin is expected to see a bigger role in the frontcourt with Siakam out.

Champagnie (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

Champagnie logged 29 minutes when these clubs met Tuesday, finishing with five points, eight rebounds, two assists, one steal and two blocks. However, he's in danger of missing the rematch because of a right knee contusion. If Champagnie doesn't suit up, it could mean more work for Jamir Watkins, Anthony Gill (neck/back) and Will Riley.

Richard (back) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Richard was a late scratch before Tuesday's game against the Kings, and the doubtful tag suggests he likely won't be available Thursday against the Lakers as well. If Richard doesn't play, look for Pat Spencer to see more minutes in his place.