Stephenson is planning to sign with the G League's Iowa Wolves on Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Stephenson hasn't played in the NBA since 2021-22 when he re-joined the league under the NBA's COVID-related hardship exception. The last time he appeared in more than 50 games in a season was 2018-19 with the Lakers. Stephenson presumably has plans to get called up from the G League eventually, but the 10-year veteran will likely have to prove himself with Iowa first. In 2021-22, Stephenson averaged 19.8 points, 8.0 rebounds and 4.3 assists across 12 appearances for the Grand Rapids Gold.
Stephenson recently underwent offseason surgery on his right knee, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
Stephenson, who is set to be a free agent in July, underwent surgery to remove loose particles in his right knee. The veteran guard averaged 8.3 points, 3.6 assists, and 2.8 rebounds in 17.7 minutes of action during the 2022 season. Expect Stephenson to be ready for the 2022-23 season as long as he doesn't face any setbacks.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Posts double-double in loss
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Stephenson amassed 11 points (4-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and 11 assists over 22 minutes during Friday's 128-123 loss to the Celtics.
The veteran guard has settled in nicely with a bench role for the rebuilding Pacers and while he can't be trusted in most fantasy formats, he's a decent play on DFS slates since he has the talent to have a big game out of nowhere. Stephenson has now scored in double digits in four of his last six games.
Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Scores 25 points in 23 minutes
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Stephenson produced 25 points (10-15 FG, 5-5 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 23 minutes during Thursday's 133-103 loss to the Grizzlies.
The Pacers were never really competitive in the contest, but that didn't stop Stephenson from putting together one of his best games of the campaign. The veteran knocked down all five of his three-point tries and went 10-for-15 from the field overall en route to a team-high 25 points. This was Stephenson's second-highest scoring game of the season, but it's more of an aberration than a trend since he came into the game averaging just 4.3 points over his previous six contests.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Lance-a-lot of assists
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Stephenson notched two points (1-1 FG), six rebounds, 11 assists and three steals across 27 minutes during Sunday's 129-98 victory over the Trail Blazers.
Stephenson led the Pacers bench in minutes while leading the team in assists and steals. Seemingly relishing his facilitating, Stephenson was quiet offensively by his standards. The Pacers are a revolving door of rotation players, as the rebuilding franchise looks to give a multitude of guys looks. Stephenson will flash occasionally, but watching from a distance may be wise.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Minor role moving forward
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Stephenson (ankle) posted five points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two assists and one rebound across 16 minutes Tuesday in the Pacers' 135-102 loss to the Grizzlies.
Stephenson returned from a four-game absence, reclaiming a small role on the Pacers' second unit in the process. The 31-year-old enjoyed a run of elevated playing time in February when the Pacers were down several key players, but the return of Malcolm Brogdon from a prolonged absence due to an Achilles injury looks to have put a damper on Stephenson's playing-time outlook.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Cleared for action Tuesday
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Stephenson (ankle) is available for Tuesday's contest against the Grizzlies.
Stephenson missed four straight games due to a left ankle sprain, but he's expected to return to action Wednesday. However, it's unclear how big his role will be with the Pacers closer to full strength than they have been in a while.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Iffy for Tuesday's contest
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Stephenson (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Grizzlies.
Stephenson has missed four straight games due to a left ankle sprain and is in jeopardy of missing a fifth. Chris Duarte (toe) and Malcolm Brogdon (concussion) are both questionable as well, so Indiana's depth may be tested again if all three players are ruled out Tuesday.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Unavailable Sunday
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Stephenson (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Hawks, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.
Stephenson is slated to miss a fourth straight game due a left ankle sprain. Chris Duarte (toe) will be a game-time decision, so the Pacers' wing depth could be tested if the rookie is also ruled out.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Questionable for Sunday
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Stephenson (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's contest against the Hawks.
Stephenson has missed three straight games due to a left ankle sprain and is in jeopardy of missing a fourth. Chris Duarte (toe) is also questionable, so the Pacers' wing depth could be tested if both are ruled out.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Ruled out for Saturday
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Stephenson (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest against the Spurs.
Stephenson was a late scratch Tuesday and is slated to miss a third consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain. Chris Duarte figures to see an increased workload for the remainder of Stephenson's prolonged absence.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Status unclear for weekend series
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Stephenson dealt with an ankle injury during practice Thursday and had to be pulled, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Stephenson was a late scratch for Tuesday's matchup against the Cavaliers due to his left ankle sprain, and he continued to deal with the issue Thursday. Coach Rick Carlisle said after the practice session that he isn't sure whether Stephenson will be available Saturday against the Spurs or Sunday against Atlanta. Malcolm Brogdon (concussion) will be unavailable for each of the weekend matchups, so Chris Duarte, Tyrese Haliburton and Keifer Sykes should be in line for increased run if Stephenson is sidelined.
Stephenson (ankle) is out Tuesday against the Cavaliers.
Stephenson was initially cleared for Tuesday, but after being a late scratch, he'll be sidelined for the fourth time over the Pacers' last six games. In his absence, Chris Duarte figures to see an increased role off the bench.
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Pacers' Lance Stephenson: Cleared for action Tuesday
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Stephenson (ankle) is available for Tuesday's contest against the Cavaliers, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.
A sprained left ankle has bothered Stephenson since late February, and it's cost him three of the Pacers' last five games, including Sunday's loss to Washington. He'll likely see a reduced role off the bench during his return, with Malcolm Brogdon, Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield and Chris Duarte all healthy.
