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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Pops for 18 in Monday's loss
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Nesmith notched 18 points (6-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and four assists across 29 minutes during Monday's 132-116 loss to Atlanta.
It was Nesmith's best scoring effort since Jan. 4, when he poured in 25 points against the Magic. The 26-year-old forward has gotten the start in all 11 games he's played in January, averaging 11.9 points, 5.4 boards, 3.0 assists and 1.8 threes on the month.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Not listed on injury report
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Nesmith (rest) isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's game against Philadelphia.
Nesmith sat out Saturday's loss to Detroit -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- though he'll return to the lineup Monday. The 26-year-old forward has appeared in eight games this month, averaging 12.5 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.0 assists across 31.8 minutes per contest during that span.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Resting Saturday
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Nesmith (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Nesmith will take a seat for the second leg of the Pacers' back-to-back set Saturday, and he should be available for Monday's game against the 76ers. The Pacers will also be down fellow starters Pascal Siakam (rest) and Andrew Nembhard (back), so Ben Sheppard, Jarace Walker and Micah Potter should all take on expanded roles against Detroit.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Just misses double-double in win
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Nesmith provided 12 points (4-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes during Saturday's 123-99 victory over Miami.
The 26-year-old forward likely would have recorded his first double-double of the season in a more competitive contest, but he didn't see the court again after exiting late in the third quarter with the Pacers up by 26. Nesmith rejoined the starting five at the beginning of January and has quickly found his form, scoring at least 12 points in four straight games and averaging 16.8 points, 6.5 boards, 4.0 assists, 3.0 threes and 1.3 combined blocks and steals in 32.3 minutes.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Solid two-way performance in win
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Nesmith ended Thursday's 114-112 victory over the Hornets with 16 points (5-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 35 minutes.
Nesmith has made 11 three-pointers over his last three games after going 3-for-7 from deep for the second straight game Thursday. The 26-year-old also notched his third game this season with at least one steal and a block. The Vanderbilt product should continue to see heavy minutes with Bennedict Mathurin (thumb) sidelined, and Nesmith is averaging 16.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 3.0 threes and 1.0 blocks in 32.8 minutes per contest through four games in January.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Strikes for 25 in Orlando
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Nesmith produced 25 points (8-16 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and two blocks over 34 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 loss to the Magic.
The five made three-pointers tied his season high, and it was the 26-year-old wing's best overall scoring effort since Nov. 8. Nesmith missed most of the time in between then and now due to a knee injury, and in five games (two starts) since getting back onto the court, he's averaged 13.2 points, 5.0 boards, 3.0 assists, 3.0 threes and 1.4 blocks in 27.6 minutes a night.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Rejoining starting lineup
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Nesmith is starting in Friday's game against the Spurs, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.
It's a welcome sign for fantasy managers after Nesmith's recent lengthy stay on the sidelines due to a sprained left knee. The sharpshooter has averaged 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.8 steals in 30.4 minutes per contest over 11 games as a starter this season.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Nearly double-doubles
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Nesmith notched nine points (3-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one block and three steals in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 112-110 loss to the Magic.
Along with Micah Potter, Nesmith started the second half of this contest. He's made a strong impact for the Pacers over his last three appearances off the bench, posting averages of 10.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.3 blocks and 3.0 three-pointers. After playing 30-plus minutes for the first time since Nov. 11, it's safe to assume Nesmith will reclaim his spot in the starting lineup soon.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Serviceable two-way effort
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Nesmith racked up nine points (3-9 FG, 3-8 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 19 minutes during Saturday's 142-116 loss to the Heat.
Nesmith returned after missing the past 18 games due to a knee injury, providing the Pacers with adequate bench production. Although the upside for Nesmith is somewhat limited, he should be able to work his way into the starting lineup in the coming weeks, making him a worthwhile addition in standard formats.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Won't start in return
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Nesmith (knee) won't start against the Heat on Saturday.
Nesmith is available to return from an 18-game absence due to a sprained left knee, though he'll come off the bench and will likely face heavy restrictions. The 26-year-old forward has appeared in 11 regular-season games thus far, averaging 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 30.5 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Cleared to play Saturday
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Nesmith (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Nesmith will return to action following an 18-game absence due to a sprained left knee. It's unclear if the 26-year-old forward will be limited in his first game back, though his return will leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Johnny Furphy, Quenton Jackson and Jarace Walker. Nesmith has appeared in 11 regular-season games thus far, averaging 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 30.5 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Questionable to play Saturday
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Nesmith (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Nesmith hasn't played since Nov. 13 due to a sprained left knee but has now drawn a questionable tag for the first time since sustaining the injury. The 26-year-old forward has appeared in 11 regular-season games thus far, during which he has averaged 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 30.5 minutes per contest. While it wouldn't be surprising to see him operate under a minutes restriction, Nesmith's potential return would leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Johnny Furphy, Quenton Jackson and Jarace Walker.
Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Will miss around four weeks
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Nesmith (knee) is expected to be out for around four weeks, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Nesmith suffered a knee injury in Thursday's game against the Suns, and while he was always expected to miss time, head coach Rick Carlisle acknowledged that he's happy the timeline for Nesmith's return won't be longer. There's a possibility he might return before that initial four-week stretch, according to Carlisle, but the Pacers are expected to be cautious with his recovery. With Nesmith out, Jarace Walker, Ben Sheppard and Cody Martin are expected to see an uptick in playing time.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Expected to miss time
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Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said after Thursday's 133-98 loss to the Suns that Nesmith (knee) avoided a serious injury, but he will miss some time, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports. Nesmith recorded 10 points (3-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 20 minutes prior to departing.
The Pacers were bitten by the injury bug yet again Thursday, with Nesmith likely to miss at least a game or two after exiting with what the team is labeling as a sore left knee. With Nesmith sidelined for the Pacers' next contest Saturday versus the Raptors, more playing time on the wing could open up for Jarace Walker, Ben Sheppard and Cody Martin (illness).
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Goes down with knee injury
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Nesmith went to the locker room during the third quarter of Thursday's game against the Suns due to left knee soreness and won't return, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports. He recorded 10 points (3-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 20 minutes before exiting.
Nesmith appeared to slip on the court and had a difficult time getting back up. He eventually needed help making his way to the locker room and was quickly ruled out. Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard should see an uptick in chances down the stretch in Nesmith's absence.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Returning Tuesday
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Nesmith (forearm) will play in Tuesday's game against the Jazz, Jeremiah Johnson of FanDuel Sports Network Indiana reports.
Nesmith was held out of Sunday's matchup due to a right forearm bruise, but he'll be back in action Tuesday. He has averaged 20.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 1.0 assists over his last five appearances.
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Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Ruled out Sunday
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Nesmith (forearm) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Nesmith will sit out his first game of the season while dealing with a right forearm contusion. His absence further depletes an already injury-hampered Pacers roster, with Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard likely candidates to absorb additional minutes. Nesmith's next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Jazz.
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