As the Indiana Pacers prepare to return home after a challenging six-game road trip, they face the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday at 5 p.m. ET. These two teams last clashed on October 29, with the Mavericks narrowly edging out a 107-105 victory.
The Pacers are looking to bounce back from two consecutive losses, currently holding the unfortunate distinction of the worst record in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Mavericks are struggling through a 10-game losing streak, sitting fourth from the bottom in the West.
Let’s dive into the injury reports for both teams as they gear up for Sunday’s matchup.
Pacers Injury Report:
- Johnny Furphy (knee) - OUT
- Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) - OUT
- Quenton Jackson (two-way) - QUESTIONABLE
- Kam Jones (back) - QUESTIONABLE
- T.J. McConnell (hamstring) - QUESTIONABLE
- Andrew Nembhard (back) - QUESTIONABLE
- Aaron Nesmith (ankle) - OUT
- Taelon Peter (two-way) - QUESTIONABLE
- Micah Potter (ankle) - QUESTIONABLE
- Pascal Siakam (hamstring) - QUESTIONABLE
- Ethan Thompson (two-way) - QUESTIONABLE
- Obi Toppin (foot) - OUT
- Ivica Zubac (ankle) - OUT
Kam Jones, who exited early against the Wizards due to back soreness, is still questionable despite playing on Friday. T.J.
McConnell made his return from a hamstring issue but remains uncertain for Sunday. Andrew Nembhard, dealing with back issues, also finds himself on the questionable list.
Aaron Nesmith is out with an ankle sprain, while Pascal Siakam's hamstring keeps him questionable after missing three games.
Mavericks Injury Report:
- Max Christie (ankle) - QUESTIONABLE
- Moussa Cisse (two-way) - DOUBTFUL
- Cooper Flagg (foot) - OUT
- Daniel Gafford (ankle) - QUESTIONABLE
- Kyrie Irving (knee) - OUT
- Miles Kelly (two-way) - PROBABLE
- Dereck Lively II (foot) - OUT
- Caleb Martin (ankle) - PROBABLE
- Ryan Nembhard (two-way) - DOUBTFUL
Max Christie, who missed the Mavericks' last game, is questionable with an ankle sprain. Cooper Flagg remains sidelined with a midfoot sprain, and Daniel Gafford's ankle issues leave his status uncertain.
Kyrie Irving continues his recovery from a severe knee injury and is out for the season. Dereck Lively II is also unavailable after undergoing foot surgery in December.
With both teams grappling with injuries, Sunday's game promises to be a test of depth and resilience. The Pacers will look to leverage their home-court advantage, while the Mavericks aim to break their losing streak. Keep an eye on the injury list as it could significantly impact the dynamics on the court.