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December 28, 2025
Serviceable two-way effort
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.
Analysis
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.
December 28, 2025
Won't start in return
Nesmith (knee) won't start against the Heat on Saturday.
Analysis
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.
December 27, 2025
Cleared to play Saturday
Nesmith (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Analysis
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.
December 27, 2025
Questionable to play Saturday
Nesmith (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Analysis
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.