Furphy provided 12 points (4-9 FG, 4-8 3Pt), seven rebounds and one block over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 99-90 loss to Brooklyn.
Starting the second half in favor of Quenton Jackson, Furphy effectively went for season highs across the board with his 12 points, seven boards and four three-pointers in 25 minutes. The rookie second-rounder hasn't played a clear role in Indiana's rotation this season, appearing in 13 of a possible 23 games, but Wednesday's showing could earn him more minutes from head coach Rick Carlisle's second unit going forward. It's worth noting the Pacers were without Andrew Nembhard (knee) in this one, so it remains to be seen what kind of role Furphy may play when Nembhard is healthy. With that said, fantasy managers can ignore Furphy on waiver wires for the time being.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Out Monday
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Furphy (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pelicans, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.
Furphy was deemed available to return after spraining his ankle during Sunday's win over the Wizards, but he'll be sidelined for the second half of Indiana's back-to-back set. With Andrew Nembhard (knee), Aaron Nesmith (ankle) and Ben Sheppard (oblique) all out, Furphy had worked his way into the rotation, so in the rookie's absence, T.J. McConnell, Quenton Jackson and Jarace Walker are candidates for a few extra minutes.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Listed as questionable
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Furphy (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Furphy picked up a left ankle injury in Sunday's 115-103 win over the Wizards. He was deemed available to return, but he never went back into the game and was seen icing his ankle on the bench. If Furphy is unable to go, Quenton Jackson and T.J. McConnell could pick up a few extra minutes.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Injures ankle Sunday
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Head coach Rick Carlisle said Furphy sustained a left ankle injury in Sunday's 115-103 win over the Wizards, but the Pacers don't yet know the severity of the issue, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Furphy checked out of the game with 52 seconds remaining in the third quarter and made a trip to the locker room to get his ankle checked out. Though Furphy returned to the bench with ice on his injured ankle and was available to play, Carlisle never subbed the rookie back into the game during the final quarter. Furphy, who finished Sunday's game with five points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one assist in 11 minutes, looks iffy for Monday's contest against the Pelicans.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Good to go Wednesday
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Furphy (hand) will play in Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.
Furphy was tabbed questionable for Wednesday's contest due to a left hand injury, but he's been given the green light to face Houston. He's averaging 1.7 points and 1.0 rebounds in 6.5 minutes across six appearances this season.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Cleared to play Wednesday
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Updating a previous report, Furphy (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
Furphy was initially ruled out, but a correction was made minutes later. While he'll return from a one-game absence due to strep throat, Furphy isn't guaranteed playing time. He's made only one five-minute appearance during garbage time this season.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Out again Wednesday
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Furphy (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
Furphy will miss a second straight game due to strep throat. His absence shouldn't impact Indiana's rotation, as he's made only one five-minute appearance during garbage time this season.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Questionable for Wednesday
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Furphy (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Celtics.
Furphy is in danger of missing his second straight contest while recovering from strep throat. However, his potential absence shouldn't significantly impact Indiana's rotation.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Ruled out Monday
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Furphy (illness) will not play Monday against the Magic, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Furphy is dealing with strep throat and is considered day-to-day. His next chance to play will be Wednesday against Boston, though he's not typically a lock to crack the rotation.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Out for remainder of preseason
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Coach Rick Carlisle said Sunday that Furphy (ankle) will not suit up for the remainder of the preseason, Tony East of SI.com reports.
Furphy tweaked his ankle during training camp in early October and has been a limited participant during practice since. While the 19-year-old is not expected to see the floor during preseason, he was able to put shots up during Sunday's shootaround and looked comfortable doing so. The No. 35 overall pick of the 2024 Draft will likely struggle to find significant playing time to begin his career, and he will compete for minutes with Bennedict Mathurin, Kendall Brown and Jarace Walker off the bench.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Out again Thursday
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Furphy (ankle) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Cavaliers.
The No. 35 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Furphy tweaked his ankle in practice earlier this month and has yet to suit up for a preseason contest. His next chance to play will come against the Grizzlies on Monday.
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Pacers' Johnny Furphy: Not participating in 5-on-5 Friday
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Furphy (ankle) will not participate in the Pacers' 5-on-5 scrimmage Sunday, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Furphy has been dealing with an ankle injury which has kept him limited during training camp. The 19-year-old participated fully in Friday's practice, so the club is likely just taking it slow with the rookie until the regular season begins. Furphy is expected to compete for playing time in the second unit, though the Pacers have a plethora of young talent on the wing in Aaron Nesmith, Bennedict Mathurin and Jarace Walker.
