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1. Januar 2026
Puts up 12 points in return
Sheppard (calf) registered 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one rebound across 19 minutes in Wednesday's 112-110 loss to the Magic.
Analyse
Sheppard had started in six of his prior eight appearances before missing time due to a calf strain, but the third-year wing was deployed off the bench Wednesday in his return from an 11-game absence. He provided the Pacers with some quality scoring on the second unit, but his stat line was otherwise lacking in supplementary production. With Indiana now as healthy as it's been all season on the wing and at point guard, Sheppard may not have the opportunity to see his minutes pick up even once he's fully ramped back up from the calf injury.
31. Dezember 2025
Available against Magic
Sheppard (calf) is available for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analyse
Sheppard was last seen during the Dec. 3 loss to the Nuggets, but he's recovered from a left calf strain and is ready for game action. With the Pacers a bit healthier now than they were the last time Sheppard was available, the guard is ticketed for a reserve role Wednesday. Sheppard has averaged 5.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 23.3 minutes per tilt across 11 games off the bench this season.
30. Dezember 2025
Iffy for Wednesday
Sheppard (calf) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analyse
Sheppard hasn't appeared in a game since suffering a Grade 1 calf strain Dec. 3, but he's currently listed as day-to-day. If he's able to give it a go Wednesday, the Pacers will likely monitor his minutes closely.
29. Dezember 2025
Won't play Monday
Sheppard is out for Monday's game against the Rockets due to a left calf strain.
Analyse
The Pacers had initially upgraded Sheppard to questionable before ruling out the guard, suggesting his return is imminent. With Sheppard out Monday, T.J. McConnell should pick up a few extra minutes in the Indiana backcourt.
28. Dezember 2025
Chance to return Monday
Sheppard (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Houston.
Analyse
Sheppard hasn't appeared in a game since suffering a Grade 1 calf strain Dec. 3. However, he has a chance to make his return to the hardwood Monday. Even if he's available, Sheppard would likely have his minutes monitored.
27. Dezember 2025
Remaining out Saturday
Sheppard (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Analyse
Sheppard hasn't played since Dec. 3 due to a Grade 1 left calf strain and is without a concrete timetable for a return. He should be considered week-to-week until the Pacers offer an update on his recovery.
