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January 29, 2026
Scores 15 points off bench
Mathurin had 15 points (4-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 113-110 victory over the Bulls.
Analysis
Mathurin has been limited to 25 and 28 minutes off the bench in his first two games back from a thumb injury that caused him to miss 11 contests between Jan. 4 and Jan. 23. The fourth-year forward has looked healthy, hitting the 15-point threshold twice, and he'll likely see minimal restrictions going forward, as he started the second half of Wednesday's contest. Mathurin's upside might be a bit capped due to the nature of his role, but he should remain capable of producing strong scoring numbers as long as he sees enough minutes.
January 26, 2026
Returns with 16-point outing
Mathurin (thumb) tallied 16 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 25 minutes off the bench Monday in the Pacers' 132-116 loss to the Hawks.
Analysis
Mathurin took the court Monday for his first appearance since Jan. 2 after a right thumb sprain kept him sidelined for 11 straight contests. Prior to missing time with the injury, Mathurin had started in all 24 of his appearances this season, but the Pacers brought him off the bench Monday, seemingly with a plan to keep his minutes in check in his first game in more than three weeks. Mathurin provided efficient scoring on the second unit, but as per usual, his offensive output was supported by little production in other categories. Expect Mathurin to eventually regain his spot in the starting five once he gets fully reconditioned following his return from the injury.
January 26, 2026
Good to go Monday
Mathurin (thumb) is available for Monday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis
Mathurin, who has missed the past 11 games for Indiana, was able to clear his questionable tag ahead of this contest. It's not immediately clear if he will have any restrictions, but he'll come off the bench, as the Pacers are rolling with Andrew Nembhard, Johnny Furphy, Jarace Walker, Aaron Nesmith and Pascal Siakam for a second straight game.
January 25, 2026
Could return Monday
Mathurin (thumb) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis
Mathurin has missed the Pacers' last 11 games due to a right thumb sprain, but the fourth-year pro has progressed enough in his recovery to get the questionable tag for Monday's game. If he is given the green light to return, then he would likely take Johnny Furphy's spot in the starting lineup.