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12. April 2026
Ruled out versus Pistons
Sheppard (hip) won't play in Sunday's game against Detroit, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Analyse
Sheppard will end up sitting out the last four games of the season. In his absence Sunday, Ethan Thompson is expected to remain in the starting lineup.
11. April 2026
Questionable for Sunday
Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Pistons.
Analyse
Sheppard has missed the past four games for the Pacers, but there's a chance he could get back out there for Indiana's regular-season finale. If he's cleared, Sheppard will likely have some minutes restrictions.
10. April 2026
Won't play Friday
Sheppard (hip) is out for Friday's game versus Philadelphia, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Analyse
Sheppard is running his absence up to four consecutive games due to a hip injury. Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson should see more playmaking opportunities in the backcourt against the 76ers on Friday.
10. April 2026
Questionable for Friday
Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Analyse
Sheppard has missed the past three games for Indiana, but he remains day-to-day. With Indiana missing so many key players, Sheppard could see plenty of minutes Friday if he's able to play.
9. April 2026
Ruled out Thursday
Sheppard (hip) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analyse
Sheppard will log his third straight absence due to a right hip strain. He'll have another opportunity to suit up in the second half of Indiana's back-to-back Friday against the Sixers.
8. April 2026
Listed as questionable
Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analyse
Sheppard has missed the Pacers' last two games, and while the questionable tag leaves the door open for his return, a final call on his availability will presumably be made closer to Thursday's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff. Ethan Thompson and Quenton Jackson should see more minutes if Sheppard remains sidelined.
7. April 2026
Won't play Tuesday
Sheppard (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Analyse
This will be the second straight game on the sidelines for Sheppard, which should lead to more minutes for Ethan Thompson, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson. Sheppard's next chance to play will come Thursday in Brooklyn.
6. April 2026
Iffy to face Minnesota
Sheppard (hip) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Minnesota.
Analyse
Sheppard is in danger of missing a second straight game due to a right hip sprain. If he joins Andrew Nembhard (back), Aaron Nesmith (neck) and Pascal Siakam (ankle) on the inactive list, Ethan Thompson, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be candidates to see increased playing time.
